About the Ring-tailed Pigeon
The ring-tailed pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to Jamaica.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Patagioenas caribaea |
| Species Codes | ritpig, RTAP, RTPI |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ring-tailed Pigeon belong to?
The Ring-tailed Pigeon (Patagioenas caribaea) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Ring-tailed Pigeon?
The Ring-tailed Pigeon is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Ring-tailed Pigeon?
The ring-tailed pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to Jamaica....
Where can I report a Ring-tailed Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Ring-tailed Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ritpig, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pigeons and Doves 353 species
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Quick Stats
Columbiformes
Order
353
Species in Family
93
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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