Speckled Pigeon
NameSpeckled Pigeon
Common NameSpeckled Pigeon
Scientific NameColumba guinea
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)68
Length (cm)35.5
Weight (g)300
Plumage DetailsThe body is predominantly grey. The back and wings are reddish-brown with prominent white triangular spots on the wing coverts, giving a speckled appearance. The neck and upper breast feature reddish-brown feathers with white streaks, creating a ruffled or scaled look. It has a striking patch of bare red skin around the eye, a dark bill, and reddish legs.
Vocalization / CallA deep, resonant cooing call, often described as a series of 'doo-doo-doo' or 'coo-coo-coo' notes.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsurban, grassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across sub-Saharan Africa, extending into parts of the Arabian Peninsula.
Identifying FeaturesBare red skin around the eye, Reddish-brown wings with white triangular spots, Grey body, Streaked reddish-brown neck plumage
Description
The Speckled Pigeon is a medium-sized pigeon characterized by its distinctive red bare skin around the eye and speckled wings. It is a common sight in urban and suburban areas across its range, often seen foraging on the ground in flocks.
