That's more of an issue with common names than anything, which is why its important to pay attention to taxonomy. C. livia and S. risoria are two very genetically different species. Any pigeon or dove species is distinct in its DNA from another species. However, some species can be called both pigeons and doves like our favorite C. livia.
Another interesting thing is that while the domestic pigeon and ringneck dove are distinct species they can produce hybrids.
Another interesting thing is that while the domestic pigeon and ringneck dove are distinct species they can produce hybrids.
