About the Beautiful Fruit-Dove
The Beautiful Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus pulchellus) 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 befdov1 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 | Ptilinopus pulchellus |
| Species Codes | befdov1, BFDO, BEFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Beautiful Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Beautiful Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus pulchellus) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Beautiful Fruit-Dove?
The Beautiful Fruit-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 Beautiful Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Beautiful Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code befdov1, or on iNaturalist.