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Trocaz Pigeon (Columba trocaz)

Trocaz Pigeon

Columba trocaz

About the Trocaz Pigeon

The trocaz pigeon, Madeira laurel pigeon or long-toed pigeon (Columba trocaz) is a pigeon which is endemic to the island of Madeira. It is a mainly grey bird with a pinkish breast; its silvery neck patch and lack of white wing markings distinguish it from its close relative and probable ancestor, the common wood pigeon. Its call is a characteristic six-note cooing, weaker and lower-pitched than that of the wood pigeon. Despite its bulky, long-tailed appearance,...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Trocaz Pigeon?

The scientific name of the Trocaz Pigeon is Columba trocaz.

How many Trocaz Pigeon sightings have been recorded?

211 observations of the Trocaz Pigeon have been recorded on iNaturalist.

211 observations on iNaturalist
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