Scaly-naped Pigeon
Patagioenas squamosa
The Scaly-naped Pigeon (Patagioenas squamosa) is a uncommon doves and pigeon found in 28 countries, weighing about 312 g. The scaly-naped pigeon, also known as the red-necked pigeon, is a bird belonging to the family Columbidae.
About the Scaly-naped Pigeon
The scaly-naped pigeon, also known as the red-necked pigeon, is a bird belonging to the family Columbidae. The species occurs throughout the Caribbean.
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How to identify it
The scaly-naped pigeon is a large slate grey pigeon (14–16 in), with maroon coloured plumage around the neck. The plumage on the species' nape appears scaly, explaining both the common and scientific names of the species. There is a bare patch of skin which surrounds the birds red eyes; this patch tends to be reddish in males and more yellow in females. The legs and the base of the bill of the species are red, while the remainder of the bill is light coloured.
Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Venezuela, United States.
When to see it
The Scaly-naped Pigeon can be seen all year round, with peak activity in March. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- How do you identify a Scaly-naped Pigeon?
- The scaly-naped pigeon is a large slate grey pigeon (14–16 in), with maroon coloured plumage around the neck. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Scaly-naped Pigeon?
- The Scaly-naped Pigeon is a large sized bird weighing about 312 g.
- Where can you see a Scaly-naped Pigeon?
- The Scaly-naped Pigeon occurs in 28 countries, including Puerto Rico, Grenada, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Barbados and Cuba.
- What birds look similar to a Scaly-naped Pigeon?
- The Scaly-naped Pigeon is most easily confused with the Plumbeous Pigeon, the Scaled Pigeon and the Ruddy Pigeon.
- Is the Scaly-naped Pigeon endangered?
- The Scaly-naped Pigeon is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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