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North America
Mourning Dove
Zenaida macroura
About this species
Bird-watchers in North America often spot the Mourning Dove in urban settings. This Columbidae species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
The Mourning Dove is part of the order Columbiformes and the Columbidae family. Its preferred habitat is urban, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Columbidae family and Columbiformes order.