Species BirdsCommon Ground Dove

Common Ground Dove

Columbina passerina

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Illustration of Common Ground Dove (Columbina passerina)

The Common Ground Dove is the smallest native dove in North America — barely larger than a sparrow — with scaly-looking breast markings and a short, rounded tail. It walks along the ground with a nodding head, and its rufous wing patches flash in flight. Pairs stay together year-round and may raise multiple broods annually.

Habitat
Open sandy areas, scrub, farms, and coastal margins
Diet
Seeds and small fruits
How common
Common

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