Black Wood-Pigeon
Columba janthina
Close to qualifying as threatened
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Black Wood-Pigeon
The Japanese wood pigeon (Columba janthina) is a species of bird in the Columba genus in the family Columbidae. It is found along shorelines of the East China Sea. They are believed to be the largest representative of the genus Columba, at 550 grams (1.2 lb) and 43 cm (17 in). Its natural habitats are temperate forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is becoming rare due to habitat loss. The species is in decline owing to habitat...
Key Facts
- Near threatened - close to being at risk.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Black Wood-Pigeon?
The scientific name of the Black Wood-Pigeon is Columba janthina.
Is the Black Wood-Pigeon endangered?
The Black Wood-Pigeon is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
How many Black Wood-Pigeon sightings have been recorded?
284 observations of the Black Wood-Pigeon have been recorded on iNaturalist.
