​​​The Zoological Society of London has listed the Manumea as #16 on the list of the worlds 100 most evolutionary distinct and globally endangered birds, and there may now be less than 200 birds left in the wild, with none in captivity. The Manumea, or tooth-billed pigeon (Didunculus strigirostris), is nicknamed the ‘Little Dodo’ because it is one of the closest living relatives to the iconic extinct Dodo. It is taxonomically unique and plays an important ecological role in spreading the seeds of native Samoan trees, thereby increasing the climate resilience of local communities.

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The Samoa Conservation Society was founded in 2013 with a bold vision and commitment towards conserving Samoa's biodiversity and natural heritage. In 2017 it launched an international campaign, in partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Samoa Tourism Authority (STA), the New Zealand Government and Auckland Zoo to try and save the Manumea from extinction. Your support will help us to: build public awareness & support; build ecosystem & community resilience; support Manumea Friendly Villages (MFVs); train Manumea rangers and build ecotourism infrastructure in MFVs.​