About the Bare-faced Ground Dove
The Bare-faced Ground Dove (Metriopelia ceciliae) 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 bfgdov1 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 | Metriopelia ceciliae |
| Species Codes | bfgdov1, BFGD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bare-faced Ground Dove belong to?
The Bare-faced Ground Dove (Metriopelia ceciliae) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Bare-faced Ground Dove?
The Bare-faced 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 Bare-faced Ground Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Bare-faced Ground Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bfgdov1, or on iNaturalist.