Pigeons & Doves in North Yorkshire
5 species matching this filter.
North Yorkshire's diverse landscapes, from the rugged moorlands of the Dales to the fertile farmlands of the Vale of York, support five species of pigeons and doves. The ubiquitous Woodpigeon and Eurasian Collared Dove are familiar sights in gardens and hedgerows, while the scarcer Stock Dove favours old parkland and cliff faces. Notably, the European Turtle-dove, now one of Britain's most rapidly declining birds, can occasionally still be encountered in the county during summer months.
Eurasian Collared Dove
Streptopelia decaoctoLC
A familiar resident of villages, farms and suburban gardens year-round. Its monotonous three-note cooing is a constant soundtrack in settled areas.
Year-round
European Turtle-dove
Streptopelia turturVU
A rare and rapidly declining summer breeder, arriving in May. One of the UK's most threatened farmland birds, favouring hedgerow scrub.
May–Jul
Rock Dove
Columba liviaLC
A common year-round resident in towns, cities, and along coastal cliffs. Feral populations thrive alongside truly wild cliff-nesting birds.
Year-round
Stock Dove
Columba oenasLC
A resident breeder nesting in tree holes and old buildings across farmland and parkland. Quieter and less conspicuous than its woodpigeon cousin.
Year-round
Woodpigeon
Columba palumbusLC
A common resident seen in farmland, woodlands, parks, and gardens throughout the county all year round.
Year-round