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Eared dove (Zenaida auriculata)
| Scientific Classification | |
|---|---|
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | Columbiformes |
| Family: | Columbidae |
| Species: | Zenaida auriculata |
| Common: | Eared dove |
The eared dove is an American tropical dove. It is a resident breeder throughout South America from Colombia to southern Argentina and Chile. It is a close relative of the North American Mourning Dove.
Identification
Adult Male
The adult male eared dove has a long wedge-shaped tail and mainly olive-brown upperpart plumage, with black spots on the wings. The head has a grey crown, black line behind the eye, and the blue-black on the lower ear coverts. The underparts are vinous, and the tail is tipped with cinnamon. The bill is black and the legs dark red.
Adult Female
The adult female eared dove is similar in appearance to the male, but duller..
Immature
Immatures birds are greyish-brown, very dull, with pale barring.
Gallery
Related Page Hierarchy
Kingdom: Animalia (animals)Class: Aves (birds)Family: Columbidae (doves, pigeons)