Ruddy Ground Dove
NameRuddy Ground Dove
Common NameRuddy Ground Dove
Scientific NameColumbina talpacoti
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)42
Plumage DetailsMales exhibit a striking ruddy-cinnamon body plumage, with a pale gray crown and nape. Their wings feature distinctive black spots on the coverts, and the iris is reddish. Females are duller brown overall, with less vibrant ruddy tones and less prominent gray on the head.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalization is a soft, cooing series, often described as a repeated 'wup-wup-wup' or 'coo-oo-oo'.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, urban, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound from southern Mexico through Central America and much of South America, primarily east of the Andes, extending south to northern Argentina. Also present on Trinidad and Tobago.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Ruddy-cinnamon body plumage (males), Pale gray head (males), Black spots on wing coverts, Reddish iris, Ground-dwelling behavior
Description
A small, stocky ground dove, males are characterized by their rich ruddy-cinnamon plumage and a pale gray head. They are typically found foraging on the ground in open or semi-open habitats, often near water sources.
