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Common Ground Dove

Columbina passerina

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Columbiformes ›Family: Columbidae ›Genus: Columbina

About

The common ground dove (Columbina passerina) is a small bird that inhabits the southern United States, parts of Central America, the Caribbean and northern South America. The common ground dove is considered to be the smallest dove that inhabits the United States. As its name suggests, the bird spends the majority of its time on the ground walking but still has the ability to fly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Ground Dove?
The scientific name of Common Ground Dove is Columbina passerina.
What is the conservation status of Common Ground Dove?
The Common Ground Dove has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Common Ground Dove belong to?
Common Ground Dove belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Ground Dove belong to?
Common Ground Dove belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Ground Dove belong to?
Common Ground Dove belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Common Ground Dove belong to?
Common Ground Dove belongs to the order Columbiformes.
What family does Common Ground Dove belong to?
Common Ground Dove belongs to the family Columbidae.
What genus does Common Ground Dove belong to?
Common Ground Dove belongs to the genus Columbina.