Ruddy Pigeon
VU

Ruddy Pigeon

Patagioenas subvinacea

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruddy_pigeon

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

The Ruddy Pigeon faces severe pressure from widespread deforestation across its Central and South American range, with lowland and montane forests being cleared for agriculture, cattle ranching, and urban development. Habitat fragmentation isolates populations and reduces breeding success, while hunting pressure in some regions further compounds population declines. Climate change is shifting suitable habitat ranges upslope, potentially reducing available territory in montane areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Ruddy Pigeon inhabits humid lowland and montane forests from sea level to 2,400 meters elevation, preferring dense canopy areas with abundant fruiting trees. It occupies both primary and secondary forests across Central America and northern South America, including cloud forests and forest edges.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ruddy Pigeon classified as Vulnerable?
Ruddy Pigeon is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Ruddy Pigeon faces severe pressure from widespread deforestation across its Central and South American range, with lowland and montane forests being cleared for agriculture, cattle ranching, and urban development. Habitat fragmentation isolates populations and reduces breeding success, while hunting pressure in some regions further compounds population declines. Climate change is shifting suitable habitat ranges upslope, potentially reducing available territory in montane areas.
Where does Ruddy Pigeon live?
Ruddy Pigeon occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ruddy Pigeon?
The main threats to Ruddy Pigeon are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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