About the Sapphire Quail-Dove
The Sapphire Quail-Dove (Geotrygon saphirina) 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 sapqud2 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 | Geotrygon saphirina |
| Species Codes | sapqud2, SQDO, SAQD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sapphire Quail-Dove belong to?
The Sapphire Quail-Dove (Geotrygon saphirina) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Sapphire Quail-Dove?
The Sapphire Quail-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 Sapphire Quail-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Sapphire Quail-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sapqud2, or on iNaturalist.