About the Pale-capped Pigeon
The pale-capped pigeon, also known as the purple wood pigeon, is a species of large pigeon that is found patchily distributed in parts of the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It has a slow flight and spends a lot of time sitting still in the foliage of large fruiting trees, often in riverine forest on the plains. It is mainly brown above and chestnut below with the a sheen of green or amethyst. Males have a whitish grey cap while females have a brownish grey cap and less gloss on the feathers. They are frugivores, foraging in small groups in the canopy of trees but sometimes descending to the ground for seeds and fallen fruit.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Columba punicea |
| Species Codes | pacpig1, PCPI |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pale-capped Pigeon belong to?
The Pale-capped Pigeon (Columba punicea) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Pale-capped Pigeon?
The Pale-capped Pigeon is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Pale-capped Pigeon?
The pale-capped pigeon, also known as the purple wood pigeon, is a species of large pigeon that is found patchily distributed in parts of the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It has a slow flight and spends a lot of time sitting still in the foliage of large fruiting trees, often in riverine ...
Where can I report a Pale-capped Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Pale-capped Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pacpig1, or on iNaturalist.