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Zenaida Dove

Zenaida aurita

Least Concern
Wingspan
29.8 cm
Weight
151.5 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

The Zenaida Dove (Zenaida aurita) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.8 cm and a weight of 151.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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About

Medium dove, 26–29 cm, with reddish-brown plumage, black facial and neck spots, iridescent neck patch, and a rounded tail with white corners. Native to the Caribbean islands from the Bahamas and Cuba to Barbados and Trinidad. Inhabits open woodland, scrub, and farmland. Granivore of seeds. Least Concern.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 29.8 cm 11.7 in
Weight 151.5 g 5.34 oz

Identification

Plumage

Zenaida Dove: brown-gray; iridescent neck; white wing stripe; short rounded tail; Caribbean dove; white wing stripe diagnostic

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 13-15 days.

Clutch Size

1-3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Family Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Zenaida
Species Zenaida aurita

Distribution

Zenaida Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Zenaida Dove endangered?
The Zenaida Dove has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Zenaida Dove nest?
Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 13-15 days.
How big is the Zenaida Dove?
The Zenaida Dove has a wingspan of 29.8 cm, weight of 151.5 g.
What order and family does the Zenaida Dove belong to?
The Zenaida Dove (Zenaida aurita) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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