Zebra Dove
Geopelia striata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="geopelia-striata"></birdfyi-bird>The Zebra Dove (Geopelia striata) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.4 cm and a weight of 61 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Small dove, 20–23 cm, finely barred brown and grey all over with a small blue-grey face and a long slender tail. Native to Southeast Asia and Indonesia; widely introduced to Hawaii, Tanzania, and elsewhere. Inhabits open scrub, gardens, and paddy fields. Granivore of tiny seeds and millet. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.4 cm | 7.6 in |
| Weight | 61.0 g | 2.15 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 13 days. Fledging: 11-12 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, rhythmic cooing with zebra quality; distinctive warm notes typical of Southeast Asian urban habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Geopelia |
| Species | Geopelia striata |
Distribution
Zebra Dove has been recorded in 11 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family