About the Zenaida Dove
The Zenaida dove is a member of the bird family Columbidae, which includes doves and pigeons. It is the national bird of Anguilla, where it is locally referred to as "turtle dove".
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Zenaida aurita |
| Species Codes | zendov, ZEND, ZEDO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Zenaida Dove belong to?
The Zenaida Dove (Zenaida aurita) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Zenaida Dove?
The Zenaida dove is a member of the bird family Columbidae, which includes doves and pigeons. It is the national bird of Anguilla, where it is locally referred to as \"turtle dove\"....
Where can I report a Zenaida Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Zenaida Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code zendov, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Columbiformes
Order
353
Species in Family
5,793
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