About the Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove
The Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove (Turtur chalcospilos) 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 eswdov1 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 chalcospilos |
| Species Codes | eswdov1, ESWD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove belong to?
The Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove (Turtur chalcospilos) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove?
The Emerald-spotted 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 Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eswdov1, or on iNaturalist.