About the African Green-Pigeon
The African Green-Pigeon (Treron calvus) is a species of bird in the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), within the order Columbiformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afrgrp1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Treron calvus |
| Species Codes | afrgrp1, AFGP, ABGP, AGPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Green-Pigeon belong to?
The African Green-Pigeon (Treron calvus) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the African Green-Pigeon?
The African Green-Pigeon is a member of the Pigeons and Doves family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Green-Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of African Green-Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrgrp1, or on iNaturalist.