About the Nilgiri Wood-Pigeon
The Nilgiri wood pigeon is a large pigeon found in the moist deciduous forests and sholas of the Western Ghats in southwestern India. They are mainly frugivorous and forage in the canopy of dense hill forests. They are best identified in the field by their large size, dark colours and the distinctive checkerboard pattern on their nape.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Columba elphinstonii |
| Species Codes | niwpig1, NIWP, NWPI, NIWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Nilgiri Wood-Pigeon belong to?
The Nilgiri Wood-Pigeon (Columba elphinstonii) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Nilgiri Wood-Pigeon?
The Nilgiri wood pigeon is a large pigeon found in the moist deciduous forests and sholas of the Western Ghats in southwestern India. They are mainly frugivorous and forage in the canopy of dense hill forests. They are best identified in the field by their large size, dark colours and the distinctiv...
Where can I report a Nilgiri Wood-Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Nilgiri Wood-Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code niwpig1, or on iNaturalist.
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