Justification
This nomadic species has a small population which is inferred to be declining rapidly owing to forest loss throughout its range, compounded by widespread hunting, qualifying it as Vulnerable.

Threats
Extensive habitat destruction and hunting have caused its serious decline and range contraction. The species's complex pattern of habitat- and resource-use magnifies the risks it faces. In 1988, forest cover was as low as 4% on Negros , 24% on Luzon and 29% on Mindanao , and just 30 km² of closed-canopy forest remained on Mindoro . Moreover, most remaining lowland forest is leased to logging concessions and mining applications. On Luzon , illegal logging is common at the key site of Angat Dam. On Mindanao , forest is being cleared and re-planted with exotic trees for paper production at the key site of Bislig. Its congregatory habits facilitate hunting, with large numbers caught during the 1950s on Luzon .

Conservation
It has been recorded recently in two protected areas, the Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park ( Luzon ) and Mt Kitanglad Natural Park ( Mindanao ). Four others may offer some habitat protection: Maria Aurora Monument and Quezon National Parks ( Luzon ), and MUFRC Experimental Forest and Siburan Penal Colony ( Mindoro ).

Targets
*Conduct surveys to clarify the species's current distribution and population status across its historical range, including Mt Halcon (Mindoro), Mts Canlaon and Talinis/Twin Lakes (Negros), Mts Apo, Mayo, Malindang, Matutum and Three Kings (Mindanao). *Radio-tag birds to gather information on ecology and movements to enable conservation planning. *Promote improved protection of remaining forests at key sites.