About the Zenaida Dove
The Zenaida dove is the type species of the genus Zenaida, member of the bird family Columbidae, which includes doves and pigeons. Its range is found throughout the Caribbean islands, and along the northern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. It is the national bird of Anguilla.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Zenaida aurita |
| Species Codes | zendov, ZEND, ZEDO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Zenaida Dove belong to?
The Zenaida Dove (Zenaida aurita) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Zenaida Dove?
The Zenaida dove is the type species of the genus Zenaida, member of the bird family Columbidae, which includes doves and pigeons. Its range is found throughout the Caribbean islands, and along the northern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. It is the national bird of Anguilla....
Where can I report a Zenaida Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Zenaida Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code zendov, or on iNaturalist.
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