About the Black-billed Wood-Dove
The Black-billed Wood-Dove (Turtur abyssinicus) 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 bbwdov1 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 | Turtur abyssinicus |
| Species Codes | bbwdov1, BBWD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-billed Wood-Dove belong to?
The Black-billed Wood-Dove (Turtur abyssinicus) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Black-billed Wood-Dove?
The Black-billed Wood-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 Black-billed Wood-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-billed Wood-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bbwdov1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pigeons and Doves 353 species
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