Pigeon Like

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica
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Length: 12 in. (29 cm )
Common in arid riparian areas, deserts and vegetated suburbs, this large dove feeds on seeds, cactus fruits, and flower nectar. It is an important pollinator of Saguaro Cactus. In the late summer and winter they form often large flocks and are considered a game bird in some areas. The flimsy nest is made of a few sticks placed in the fork of a low tree.

The four-digit banding code is WWDO.

Male | Richard Ditch(link is external)



Agricultural

Desert

Mesquite bosque

Riparian / River forest

Shrubs

Urban city
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Bird Sound Type: Buzzing
Sex of Bird: Male
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