Laughing Dove
Spilopelia senegalensis
About the Laughing Dove
The laughing dove (Spilopelia senegalensis) is a small pigeon that is a resident breeder in Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and Western Australia where it has established itself in the wild after being released from Perth Zoo in 1898. This small long-tailed dove is found in dry scrub and semi-desert habitats where pairs can often be seen feeding on the ground. It is closely related to the spotted dove (Spilopelia chinensis) which is distinguished by...
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 28,284 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Laughing Dove?
The scientific name of the Laughing Dove is Spilopelia senegalensis.
How many Laughing Dove sightings have been recorded?
28,284 observations of the Laughing Dove have been recorded on iNaturalist.
28,284
observations on iNaturalist
