There is probably not much need to describe the woodpigeon, though it may sometimes be necessary to distinguish it from the closely related rock and stock doves or feral pigeons. The woodpigeon, however, is noticeably larger and the white wing bars, band across the underside of the tail feathers and neck ring contrast strongly against its grey plumage and immediately identify it.
Naturally shy in the countryside, it is commonly found in our towns and cities, where it can be more approachable than its rural cousins. Its call – a husky cooing, is one of our most evocative
