About the Gray-headed Dove
The grey-headed dove (Leptotila plumbeiceps) is a large New World dove. It is found from eastern Mexico to Colombia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Leptotila plumbeiceps |
| Species Codes | gyhdov1, GHDO, GHBD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-headed Dove belong to?
The Gray-headed Dove (Leptotila plumbeiceps) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Gray-headed Dove?
The grey-headed dove (Leptotila plumbeiceps) is a large New World dove. It is found from eastern Mexico to Colombia....
Where can I report a Gray-headed Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-headed Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gyhdov1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Columbiformes
Order
353
Species in Family
286
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