About the Laughing Dove
The Laughing Dove (Spilopelia senegalensis) 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 laudov1 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 | Spilopelia senegalensis |
| Species Codes | laudov1, LADO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Laughing Dove belong to?
The Laughing Dove (Spilopelia senegalensis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Laughing Dove?
The Laughing 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 Laughing Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Laughing Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code laudov1, or on iNaturalist.