About the Ryukyu Pigeon
The Ryukyu wood pigeon, otherwise known as the silver-banded or silver-crescented pigeon is an extinct species of dove of the genus Columba. This wood pigeon was endemic to the Laurel forest habitat.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Columba jouyi |
| Species Codes | ryupig1, RWPI, RYWO, RYPI |
| Conservation | extinct |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ryukyu Pigeon belong to?
The Ryukyu Pigeon (Columba jouyi) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Ryukyu Pigeon?
The Ryukyu wood pigeon, otherwise known as the silver-banded or silver-crescented pigeon is an extinct species of dove of the genus Columba. This wood pigeon was endemic to the Laurel forest habitat....
Where can I report a Ryukyu Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Ryukyu Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ryupig1, or on iNaturalist.