About the Red-moustached Fruit-Dove
The Red-moustached Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus mercierii) 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 rmfdov1 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 mercierii |
| Species Codes | rmfdov1, RMFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-moustached Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Red-moustached Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus mercierii) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Red-moustached Fruit-Dove?
The Red-moustached 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 Red-moustached Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-moustached Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rmfdov1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pigeons and Doves 353 species
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