About the Henderson Island Fruit-Dove
The Henderson Island Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus insularis) 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 hifdov1 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 insularis |
| Species Codes | hifdov1, HFDO, HIFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Henderson Island Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Henderson Island Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus insularis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Henderson Island Fruit-Dove?
The Henderson Island 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 Henderson Island Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Henderson Island Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hifdov1, or on iNaturalist.