Eared Dove
Zenaida auriculata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="zenaida-auriculata"></birdfyi-bird>The Eared Dove (Zenaida auriculata) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.2 cm and a weight of 117.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Slender dove, 24–27 cm, similar to Mourning Dove with brown plumage, black facial spots, and a pointed tail, but shorter-tailed. Highly abundant across South America from Colombia to southern Argentina and Chile, the Caribbean and Galápagos. Granivore of seeds. One of South America's most numerous doves, forming huge flocks. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 27,2 cm | 10.7 in |
| Poids | 117,83333333333333 g | 4.16 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Eared Dove: gray-brown; pale below; black ear spot; iridescent neck gloss; pale belly; common South American dove; ear spot
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 14 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Famille | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Zenaida |
| Espèces | Zenaida auriculata |
Distribution
Eared Dove has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family