Inca Dove
Columbina inca
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<birdfyi-bird slug="columbina-inca"></birdfyi-bird>The Inca Dove (Columbina inca) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.5 cm and a weight of 45.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Small dove, 19–23 cm, with scaly brown plumage produced by black feather edging, rufous primaries, and a long scallop-patterned tail. Common in arid and semi-arid open areas from the southwestern USA through Central America to Costa Rica. Granivore of seeds. Frequently seen in urban gardens. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm | 7.3 in |
| Weight | 45.166666666666664 g | 1.59 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 12-16 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing with Inca warmth; pure notes with rhythmic quality typical of North American terrain.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Columbina |
| Species | Columbina inca |
Distribution
Inca Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family