A medium-sized dove species native to North and Central America, characterized by soft gray-brown plumage and distinctive mournful cooing vocalizations.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Widespread across diverse environments including urban areas, woodlands, grasslands, agricultural landscapes, and suburban regions from southern Canada to Central America
Ecological Role
Critical seed dispersal agent, prey species for predators, and indicator of ecosystem health in various habitats
Morphology
SKIN COATSoft gray-brown feathers with lighter underparts, iridescent neck patch in males
LIMBS WINGSGrayish-brown wings with black spotting, long pointed wings enabling rapid flight, scaled legs
HEAD SENSORYSmall black eyes, light blue-gray eye ring, short beak adapted for seed consumption
BODY STRUCTURESlender body, approximately 30-34 cm in length, weighing 85-170 grams, with rounded head and slim pointed tail
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Paul Danese
