About the Scaly-naped Pigeon
The scaly-naped pigeon, also known as the red-necked pigeon, is a bird belonging to the family Columbidae. The species occurs throughout the Caribbean.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Patagioenas squamosa |
| Species Codes | scnpig1, SNPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scaly-naped Pigeon belong to?
The Scaly-naped Pigeon (Patagioenas squamosa) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Scaly-naped Pigeon?
The scaly-naped pigeon, also known as the red-necked pigeon, is a bird belonging to the family Columbidae. The species occurs throughout the Caribbean....
Where can I report a Scaly-naped Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Scaly-naped Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scnpig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Columbiformes
Order
353
Species in Family
1,835
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