The Ruddy Quail-Dove is a warmly colored, ground-foraging dove of tropical forests. In the US it occurs rarely in the Florida Keys and is resident in Puerto Rico. The rufous upperparts, buff face stripe, and plump quail-like shape are distinctive. It is secretive and walks quietly through shaded forest floors.
Habitat
Dense tropical forests of Puerto Rico and the Florida Keys
Diet
Seeds and fallen fruits
How common
Rare
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