Grenada Dove
NameGrenada Dove
Common NameGrenada Dove
Scientific NameLeptotila wellsi
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)29.5
Weight (g)110
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-brown to grey-brown, with a pale greyish-blue crown and nape. The underparts are whitish, featuring a distinct white patch on the bend of the wing. The throat is white, transitioning to buffy-white on the belly, and the legs are reddish.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a low, mournful cooing call, typically a series of soft 'hoo-hoo-hoo' notes that can be difficult to locate.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Grenada in the Caribbean, primarily found in two distinct populations in the dry scrub and deciduous forests of the southwestern part of the island.
Identifying FeaturesPale greyish-blue crown, White patch on the bend of the wing, Reddish legs, Ground-dwelling behavior, Relatively long tail
Description
The Grenada Dove is a small, ground-dwelling dove endemic to Grenada, known for its shy nature and preference for dry forest habitats. It forages on the forest floor for seeds and fallen fruits, often blending in with the leaf litter.
