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Zenaida Dove

Zenaida aurita

Least Concern
Envergure
29,8 cm
Poids
151,5 g
Famille
Columbidae
Ordre
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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À propos

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
Envergure 29,8 cm 11.7 in
Poids 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

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

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

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Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Famille Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Zenaida
Espèces Zenaida aurita

Distribution

Zenaida Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux 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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