About the Santa Cruz Ground Dove
The Santa Cruz Ground Dove (Pampusana sanctaecrucis) 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 scgdov1 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 | Pampusana sanctaecrucis |
| Species Codes | scgdov1, SCGD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Santa Cruz Ground Dove belong to?
The Santa Cruz Ground Dove (Pampusana sanctaecrucis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Santa Cruz Ground Dove?
The Santa Cruz Ground 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 Santa Cruz Ground Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Santa Cruz Ground Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scgdov1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pigeons and Doves 353 species
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