About the Laurel Pigeon
The laurel pigeon or white-tailed laurel pigeon is a species of bird in the genus Columba in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Canary Islands, Spain, and resides in laurel forest habitat. It is the animal symbol of the island of La Gomera.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Columba junoniae |
| Species Codes | laupig1, WTLP, LAPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Laurel Pigeon belong to?
The Laurel Pigeon (Columba junoniae) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Laurel Pigeon?
The laurel pigeon or white-tailed laurel pigeon is a species of bird in the genus Columba in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Canary Islands, Spain, and resides in laurel forest habitat. It is the animal symbol of the island of La Gomera....
Where can I report a Laurel Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Laurel Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code laupig1, or on iNaturalist.
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