About the Silvery Wood-Pigeon
The Silvery Wood-Pigeon (Columba argentina) is a species of bird in the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), within the order Columbiformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code siwpig1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Columba argentina |
| Species Codes | siwpig1, SIWO, SIPI, SIWP, SWPI |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silvery Wood-Pigeon belong to?
The Silvery Wood-Pigeon (Columba argentina) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Silvery Wood-Pigeon?
The Silvery Wood-Pigeon is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Silvery Wood-Pigeon?
The Silvery Wood-Pigeon is a member of the Pigeons and Doves family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Silvery Wood-Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Silvery Wood-Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code siwpig1, or on iNaturalist.