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Band-tailed Pigeon

Columba fasciata ORDER: COLUMBIFORMES FAMILY: COLUMBIDAE

IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern

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Although this large pigeon looks a lot like the introduced Rock Pigeon, it's a native. The Band-tailed Pigeon is found in two distinct regions in the American West, as well as throughout Central and South America.

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Appearance

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Adult Description

  • Large pigeon.
  • Dark overall.
  • White collar on nape.
  • Tail dark gray at base, light gray across the tip.
  • Feet yellow.

Immature Description

Juvenile lacks white crescent and iridescent patch on nape.

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  • Rock Pigeon has pale to white rump, a dark, not light, band to tip of tail, red legs and feet, and a dark bill.