Spotted Dove



Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Columbiformes
Family: Columbidae
Genus: Spilopelia
Species: S. chinensis


A common garden bird throughout much of Asia found in open forests, fields, and parks; introduced to several regions around the world. Often tame and approachable. Has distinct spots on body which gives it the name.