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Zenaida Dove

Zenaida aurita

Photo by Ajwerko
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Field Notes

Description:

I spotted this bird on the beach in key west Florida. It is a dark reddish color with spots on his back and wings. His beak and wings are black and belly is a lighter color.

Habitat:

Seashore in Florida.

Reference Links:

Zenaida dove videos, photos and facts - Zenaida aurita - ARKive

Species ID Suggestions

Zenaida dove

Zenaida aurita
KarenSaxton
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Mourning Dove

Zenaida macroura

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Jacob Gorneau
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Comments (2)
Jacob Gorneau
This is Zenaida macroura, which is much more likely to be found here. Although Audubon reported breeding populations in the Florida Keys, there have only been 3 records from Florida.
Ajwerko
Thank you so much KarenSaxton for the ID! This bird is not even in my bird guide. I only saw him for a few seconds and then he flew away.

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