About the Plain Pigeon
The plain pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in the four Greater Antilles, on Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico. Its natural habitats are forest, woodland, coastal scrub, mangrove and swampy areas. It is threatened by habitat loss and illegal hunting.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Patagioenas inornata |
| Species Codes | plapig, PLAP, PLPI |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plain Pigeon belong to?
The Plain Pigeon (Patagioenas inornata) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Plain Pigeon?
The Plain Pigeon is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Plain Pigeon?
The plain pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in the four Greater Antilles, on Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico. Its natural habitats are forest, woodland, coastal scrub, mangrove and swampy areas. It is threatened by habitat loss and illegal hunting....
Where can I report a Plain Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Plain Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plapig, or on iNaturalist.
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