About the Violaceous Quail-Dove
The Violaceous Quail-Dove (Geotrygon violacea) 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 viqdov1 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 violacea |
| Species Codes | viqdov1, VIQD, VQDO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violaceous Quail-Dove belong to?
The Violaceous Quail-Dove (Geotrygon violacea) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Violaceous Quail-Dove?
The Violaceous 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 Violaceous Quail-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Violaceous Quail-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code viqdov1, or on iNaturalist.