Pigeons and doves (Columbidae)
Inca Dove
Columbina inca. Seeds on the ground.
Pigeons and doves (Columbidae)Inca DoveColumbina inca
- Scientific name
- Columbina inca
- Length
- 7.5–9.1 in
- Weight
- 1.1–2 oz
- Nest
- Small twig platform
- Entrance hole
- Does not use nest boxes
- Clutch
- 2 eggs
- Incubation
- 13–15 days
- Broods
- Up to 5 per season
Identification
- Small dove with scaly-looking plumage
- Long tail with white edges
- Rufous wings in flight
Voice
Monotonous 'no hope'.
Diet and feeding
Seeds on the ground.
Inca Doves by state and province
| Region | Status | Nesting |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | Year-round resident | February–September |
| New Mexico | Year-round resident | March–September |
| Texas | Year-round resident | February–September |
Frequently asked
What do Inca doves eat?
Seeds on the ground. At feeders: millet.
How big is a Inca Dove?
7.5–9.1 in long and 1.1–2 oz.
Do Inca doves use birdhouses?
No. Small twig platform.
Sources
- Inca Dove — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Inca Dove life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Inca Dove — Audubon Guide to North American Birds
Timing reflects typical patterns for the region as a whole; local dates vary with elevation and year. Check the linked eBird bar charts for your county.