Black Wood-Pigeon
Columba janthina
Least ConcernAves · Columbiformes · Columbidae
About
The black wood pigeon or Japanese wood pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in East Asia along shorelines of the Pacific's Korea Strait, Philippine Sea and East China Sea. It is believed to be the largest representative of the genus, Columba, and has a weight of around 550 grams (1.2 lb) and an overall length of 43 cm (17 in). Its natural habitats are temperate forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. The species is in decline owing to habitat loss, habitat degradation, deforestation and hunting. This wood pigeon is endemic to the laurel forest habitat.
Fun Fact
It is believed to be the largest representative of the genus, Columba, and has a weight of around 550 grams (1.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lives in small islands of the East China Sea, mainly in the Ryukyu Islands, Iwo Jima and Bonin Islands and also along the southern coasts of Korea and Japan.
Diet
Eats seeds varied, buds and fruit it collects directly from the trees.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance