About the Peaceful Dove
The Peaceful Dove (Geopelia placida) 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 peadov1 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 | Geopelia placida |
| Species Codes | peadov1, PEDO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Peaceful Dove belong to?
The Peaceful Dove (Geopelia placida) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Peaceful Dove?
The Peaceful 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 Peaceful Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Peaceful Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code peadov1, or on iNaturalist.