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White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

The White-winged Dove is a beautiful bird with soft gray feathers and striking white wing patches. They are often seen in gardens and parks, making gentle cooing sounds that are very soothing.

Habitat: Urban areas, Desert

Appearance

The White-winged Dove is a medium-sized, plump dove, distinct for the bright white patch on the edge of each wing, clearly visible in flight or at rest. It also has a striking blue eye-ring and a small black line beneath the eye.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderColumbiformesFamilyColumbidaeGenusZenaida
White-winged Dove
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White-winged Dove

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Chili peppers don't bother them; doves lack the receptors for capsaicin!

They can travel over 50 miles in a single day to find water!

They often build flimsy nests, so eggs can sometimes be seen through the bottom!

White-winged Doves are one of the few birds that drink by sucking up water like a straw!

Special abilities

Ability

Desert Drinker

White-winged Doves can drink slightly saline water that helps them survive in arid desert environments.

Ability

Cactus Connoisseur

White-winged Doves can safely eat spiny cactus fruits and seeds because they have tough beaks and digestive systems.

Ability

Wing Whistle

White-winged Doves have specialized wing feathers that create a unique whistling sound when they fly fast.

Measurements & details

Length
29-31 cm
Wingspan
48-53 cm
Weight
0.12-0.17 kg
Lifespan
7-10 years
Top Speed
70 km/h
Clutch Size
1-3
Incubation
14 days
Migration Distance
2000 km

Diet & Feeding

These doves mainly eat seeds and fruits from plants, including some thorny desert cacti!

Primary Foods

  • Saguaro cactus fruit
  • Prickly pear fruit
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Grain seeds
  • Berries
  • Small insects

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and do not try to touch or chase them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is White-winged Dove?

29-31 cm

What is White-winged Dove's wingspan?

48-53 cm

How much does White-winged Dove weigh?

0.12-0.17 kg

How long does White-winged Dove live?

7-10 years

How fast can White-winged Dove move?

70 km/h

What does White-winged Dove eat?

These doves mainly eat seeds and fruits from plants, including some thorny desert cacti!

Where is White-winged Dove usually found?

Urban areas, Desert

How does White-winged Dove hunt?

Foraging

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