Yellow-footed Green Pigeon song and calls

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

Song

The song is a series of soft, low-pitched, fluty whistles and coos, often described as 'whu-whu-whu-whu-whu' or 'koo-koo-koo-koo' that gradually ascends and then descends in pitch. It can be quite melodious and ventriloquial.

Calls

Common calls include a soft, purring 'coo-coo-coo' and a more abrupt 'whut-whut'. Alarm calls are sharper and more urgent.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the breeding season and when feeding in flocks. Calls can be heard throughout the day, but more frequently in the early morning and late afternoon.

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