About the Trocaz Pigeon
The trocaz pigeon, Madeira laurel pigeon or long-toed pigeon is a pigeon endemic to the island of Madeira, Portugal. It is a mainly grey bird with a pinkish breast; its silvery neck patch and lack of white wing markings distinguish it from its close relative and probable ancestor, the common wood pigeon. Its call is a characteristic six-note cooing, weaker and lower-pitched than that of the wood pigeon. Despite its bulky, long-tailed appearance, this pigeon has a fast, direct flight.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Columba trocaz |
| Species Codes | tropig1, TRPI, MLPI, MALP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Trocaz Pigeon belong to?
The Trocaz Pigeon (Columba trocaz) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Trocaz Pigeon?
The trocaz pigeon, Madeira laurel pigeon or long-toed pigeon is a pigeon endemic to the island of Madeira, Portugal. It is a mainly grey bird with a pinkish breast; its silvery neck patch and lack of white wing markings distinguish it from its close relative and probable ancestor, the common wood pi...
Where can I report a Trocaz Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Trocaz Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tropig1, or on iNaturalist.
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