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Eared Dove
- Scientific name
- Zenaida auriculata
- Family
- Columbidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Urban suburban
- Wing shape
- Broad
- Tail shape
- Square
Where it came from
The Eared Dove, Zenaida auriculata, is a member of the Columbidae family native to a broad range across South America, from Colombia to Argentina. It thrives in various habitats including scrubland, agricultural fields, and urban environments. Unlike migratory species, these birds have historically adapted to human-altered landscapes, often displaying significant population fluctuations driven by the availability of food sources like cereal crops.
The species is taxonomically distinct for its relatively broad wings and square-shaped tail, physical traits that facilitate its agile, rapid flight patterns. It was described by French zoologist Marc-Joseph Marion de Procé in 1823. In the ornithological community, the species is frequently studied for its high reproductive capacity, which allows it to maintain large populations despite significant environmental pressures.
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