About the Mauritius Turtle-Dove
The Mauritius Turtle-Dove (Nesoenas cicur) 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 mautud1 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 | Nesoenas cicur |
| Species Codes | mautud1, MTDO, MATD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mauritius Turtle-Dove belong to?
The Mauritius Turtle-Dove (Nesoenas cicur) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Mauritius Turtle-Dove?
The Mauritius Turtle-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 Mauritius Turtle-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Mauritius Turtle-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mautud1, or on iNaturalist.