About the Black Wood-Pigeon
The Black Wood-Pigeon (Columba janthina) 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 jawpig1 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 janthina |
| Species Codes | jawpig1, BLWP, BWPI, JAWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Wood-Pigeon belong to?
The Black Wood-Pigeon (Columba janthina) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Black Wood-Pigeon?
The Black 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 Black Wood-Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Wood-Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code jawpig1, or on iNaturalist.