Pigeon I.D. Cloughey N.Ireland (1 Viewer)

[clougheygarden]

Hi, just thought I would post these photos of a pigeon from this afternoon. I like to feed the wild birds in our large garden at three stations, we have lots of doves, wood pigeons but this bird is a bit of a mystery to me. It is probably simply a pigeon but no white markings on the neck and the ruddish, brown/red hue on its neck intrigues me, I have not noticed this type before, can someone please I.D.? Many thanks

 

[Andrew Whitehouse]

Welcome to BirdForum. This is a juvenile Woodpigeon, which is why it lacks the white in the neck.

 

[clougheygarden]

Welcome to BirdForum. This is a juvenile Woodpigeon, which is why it lacks the white in the neck.

Thanks for replying, that would make sense, good to know. Regards David

 

[Chris G6 UXU]

Hello David and welcome to the forum, from all the staff, enjoy and all the best.

 

[THE_FERN]

Thanks for replying, that would make sense, good to know. Regards David

(Note also the white at the bend in the folded wing. Stock dove has a few black spots on the closed wing, feral pigeon often black bands)

 

[Kits]

Welcome to Birdforum. I hope you enjoy your visits.

 

[delia todd]

Hi David and a warm welcome from me too.

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I look forward to hearing about the birds you see around you.