Stock Dove

Columba oenas

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Columbiformes · Columbidae

About

The stock dove is a species of bird in the family Columbidae, the doves and pigeons. It is widely distributed in the western Palearctic, north to central Scandinavia and south to northwest Africa. Western and southern populations are resident, while northeastern populations are migratory to avoid the colder winters there. It is the type species of the genus Columba.

Fun Fact

Around 100,000 to 200,000 individuals winter in France.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in old forests.

Diet

Diet consists mainly of plant material; it favours young shoots and seedlings, but will also eat grain, insects and snails.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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