About the Galapagos Dove
The Galápagos dove is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Galápagos Islands. It is fairly common and is found in a wide range of open and semi-open habitats, especially in the arid lowlands of the archipelago.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Zenaida galapagoensis |
| Species Codes | galdov1, GADO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Galapagos Dove belong to?
The Galapagos Dove (Zenaida galapagoensis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Galapagos Dove?
The Galápagos dove is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Galápagos Islands. It is fairly common and is found in a wide range of open and semi-open habitats, especially in the arid lowlands of the archipelago....
Where can I report a Galapagos Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Galapagos Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code galdov1, or on iNaturalist.
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