Common Wood Pigeon Facts
Columba palumbus
The common wood pigeon (Columba palumbus), also known simply as the wood pigeon, is a large pigeon native to the western Palearctic.
- Lifespan
- Up to 17.7 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Common Wood Pigeon Facts at a Glance
The common wood pigeon (Columba palumbus), also known simply as the wood pigeon, is a large pigeon native to the western Palearctic.
It belongs to the family Columbidae in the order Columbiformes. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
Common Wood Pigeon Conservation Status
Common Wood Pigeon is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Lifespan
- Up to 17.7 years (maximum recorded longevity)
- Weight
- 490 g
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