It is one of Argentina's largest pigeons and its name comes from the Guarani pykasuro. The pale-edged neck feathers form scaling that shines in the sun. When it bursts into flight from a tree, the crack of its wings carries fifty metres.
Behaviour
In pairs or flocks through woodland and farmland. It eats seeds and shoots, on the ground or up in the trees.
How and when to see it
All year round. At dusk the flocks cross towards their roosts, a quiet and punctual show.
Where to see it in the Iberá
The gateways of the Great Iberá Park where picazuro pigeon has confirmed presence:
Tours to see it
Verified providers operating at the gateways where picazuro pigeon lives. You contact them directly on WhatsApp from the app.
- Esteros Ñe’é
Experiences with local storytelling and a cultural take on the marshes.★ 5.0 - Jurassic Plant - Night Tour
The only carnivorous-plant garden in Argentina and a pioneer in Latin America. A guided…★ 5.0 - Guyra Wild Guides - Birding
Birdwatching tour and photo safari with specialized ornithologist guides. Yamil and…★ 5.0 - SKYVY - Astrotourism
Astrotourism in Loreto, 17 km from the San Antonio portal. Night-sky observation with a…★ 5.0
Species profile
- Common namePicazuro Pigeon
- Scientific namePatagioenas picazuro
- GroupBird
- StatusNative
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