Grayson's Ground Dove

Zenaida graysoni

Grayson's Ground Dove is a small, terrestrial dove species found in the Caribbean. It has a distinct pinkish-gray plumage with a pale pink belly and a white-tipped tail. This species is known for its gentle cooing calls and ground foraging behavior. It inhabits dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas, often foraging for seeds and small insects on the ground. Grayson's Ground Dove is considered Near Threatened by the IUCN due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species.

Habitat: Dry forests, scrublands, coastal areas