About the Namaqua Dove
The Namaqua dove is a very small species of pigeon. It is the only species in the genus Oena. It is found over much of Sub-Saharan Africa as well as Arabia and Madagascar.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Oena capensis |
| Species Codes | namdov1, NADO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Namaqua Dove belong to?
The Namaqua Dove (Oena capensis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Namaqua Dove?
The Namaqua dove is a very small species of pigeon. It is the only species in the genus Oena. It is found over much of Sub-Saharan Africa as well as Arabia and Madagascar....
Where can I report a Namaqua Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Namaqua Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code namdov1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Columbiformes
Order
353
Species in Family
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