About the Black-naped Fruit-Dove
The Black-naped Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus melanospilus) 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 bknfrd1 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 | Ptilinopus melanospilus |
| Species Codes | bknfrd1, BNFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-naped Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Black-naped Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus melanospilus) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Black-naped Fruit-Dove?
The Black-naped Fruit-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-naped Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-naped Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bknfrd1, or on iNaturalist.