There are very few endemic (natural to the island) species of animals on the islands, given their relatively small size. Many of the animals that call the islands home were brought by various expeditions to the islands by European powers. That is why you can see animals like pigs, cats, dogs, goats, chickens, and cows. On the Marquesas Islands, wild horses can even be spotted, creating a picturesque view of the natural side of French Polynesia. There are 33 species of land birds in French Polynesia, 26 of which are endemic to the island. There are also 28 species of sea birds to be spotted. Species include the frigatebird, blue-footed booby, swiftlets, harriers, kingfishers, and Pacific swallows. On New Caledonia, only one mammal is native to the island: a large flying fox called the roussette. Rusa deer were introduced in 1862 from the Philippines. With no predators, the deer multiplied rapidly. In the present, incentives are occasionally awarded if an islander were to assist in culling the number of deer. Domestic cattle, as well as cats and dogs, are present in New Caledonia, providing labor or food for the islanders. Among the 142 species of birds on the island, 20 of those are endemic. One bird, the Cajou, has become almost a symbol of New Caledonia in its own right. New Caledonia Crows have a remarkable ability to craft tools, prompting ongoing study. The islands have very diverse ecosystems that have become showcases of the uniqueness of the islands' cultures. The endangerment of a few local species has drawn the eyes of both biologists worldwide and the United Nations. With more exposure in the media, questions have been raised again about earning independence for the colonies. In their own way, the animals of the islands have aided the cause of the islands. Source:
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