Scaled Dove

Columbina squammata

The Scaled Dove (Columbina squammata) is a small, slender dove found in South America. It has a distinctive scaled pattern on its back and wings, with a pale gray head and chestnut-colored underparts. These doves are often seen in open woodlands, savannas, and agricultural areas, foraging for seeds and grains on the ground. They are known for their gentle cooing calls and quick, darting flight. Scaled Doves are generally not considered threatened and are adaptable to a range of human-altered habitats.

Habitat: Open woodlands, savannas, agricultural areas