About the Palau Fruit-Dove
The Palau Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus pelewensis) 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 pafdov1 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 pelewensis |
| Species Codes | pafdov1, PFDO, PAFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Palau Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Palau Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus pelewensis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Palau Fruit-Dove?
The Palau 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 Palau Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Palau Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pafdov1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pigeons and Doves 353 species
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Quick Stats
Columbiformes
Order
353
Species in Family
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