About the Common Wood-Pigeon
The Common Wood-Pigeon (Columba palumbus) 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 cowpig1 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 palumbus |
| Species Codes | cowpig1, CWPI, COWP, COWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Wood-Pigeon belong to?
The Common Wood-Pigeon (Columba palumbus) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Common Wood-Pigeon?
The Common 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 Common Wood-Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Wood-Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cowpig1, or on iNaturalist.