About the Mauritius Wood-Pigeon
The Mauritius Wood-Pigeon (Columba thiriouxi) 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 mauwop1 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 thiriouxi |
| Species Codes | mauwop1, MAWP, MWPI, MAWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mauritius Wood-Pigeon belong to?
The Mauritius Wood-Pigeon (Columba thiriouxi) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Mauritius Wood-Pigeon?
The Mauritius 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 Mauritius Wood-Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Mauritius Wood-Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mauwop1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pigeons and Doves 353 species
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