Pidove song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Pidove, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

Pidove's 'song' is a soft, cooing sound, often described as 'coo-COO-coo' or 'roo-COO-too-coo'. This is primarily a courtship call given by males.

Calls

Common calls include a low, guttural 'hoo-hoo-hoo' when alarmed or a soft 'coo' as a contact call within a flock. A sharp 'whistle' can be heard from their wings during takeoff or rapid flight.

When they vocalize

Vocalize throughout the day, with increased calling during breeding season, particularly in the mornings and evenings.

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