About the Bar-shouldered Dove
The Bar-shouldered Dove (Geopelia humeralis) is a species of bird in the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), within the order Columbiformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code basdov1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Geopelia humeralis |
| Species Codes | basdov1, BSDO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bar-shouldered Dove belong to?
The Bar-shouldered Dove (Geopelia humeralis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Bar-shouldered Dove?
The Bar-shouldered Dove is a member of the Pigeons and Doves family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bar-shouldered Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Bar-shouldered Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code basdov1, or on iNaturalist.