About the Yellow-breasted Fruit-Dove
The Yellow-breasted Fruit-Dove (Ramphiculus occipitalis) 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 ybfdov2 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 | Ramphiculus occipitalis |
| Species Codes | ybfdov2, YBFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-breasted Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Yellow-breasted Fruit-Dove (Ramphiculus occipitalis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-breasted Fruit-Dove?
The Yellow-breasted 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 Yellow-breasted Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-breasted Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ybfdov2, or on iNaturalist.