Black Wood-Pigeon
NameBlack Wood-Pigeon
Common NameBlack Wood-Pigeon
Scientific NameColumba janthina
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)52
Length (cm)38.5
Weight (g)425
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly dark, sooty black, with a distinctive iridescent green and purple sheen on the neck and nape. The bill is dark, and the legs and feet are reddish-pink.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a deep, booming 'woo-WOO-woo' or a series of soft 'hoo-hoo-hoo' calls, often heard echoing through the forest.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in East Asia, including Japan (especially the Ryukyu Islands), South Korea, and some islands off the coast of China and Taiwan.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size, Overall dark, sooty black plumage, Iridescent green/purple neck patch, Dark bill, Reddish legs
Description
The Black Wood-Pigeon is a large, dark pigeon native to East Asia, often found in dense forests. It is generally shy and solitary, foraging for fruits and seeds in the canopy or on the forest floor. Its robust build and dark plumage distinguish it from other pigeons in its range.
