About the Cook Islands Fruit-Dove
The Cook Islands Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus rarotongensis) 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 cifdov1 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 rarotongensis |
| Species Codes | cifdov1, RFDO, CIFD, RAFD, LCFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cook Islands Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Cook Islands Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus rarotongensis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Cook Islands Fruit-Dove?
The Cook Islands 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 Cook Islands Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Cook Islands Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cifdov1, or on iNaturalist.