About the Cream-breasted Fruit-Dove
The Cream-breasted Fruit-Dove (Ramphiculus merrilli) 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 crbfrd1 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 | Ramphiculus merrilli |
| Species Codes | crbfrd1, CBFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cream-breasted Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Cream-breasted Fruit-Dove (Ramphiculus merrilli) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Cream-breasted Fruit-Dove?
The Cream-breasted 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 Cream-breasted Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Cream-breasted Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crbfrd1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pigeons and Doves 353 species
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