About the Black-winged Ground Dove
The Black-winged Ground Dove (Metriopelia melanoptera) 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 bwgdov1 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 melanoptera |
| Species Codes | bwgdov1, BWGD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-winged Ground Dove belong to?
The Black-winged Ground Dove (Metriopelia melanoptera) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Black-winged Ground Dove?
The Black-winged 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 Black-winged Ground Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-winged Ground Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bwgdov1, or on iNaturalist.