Pigeons and doves (Columbidae)
White-winged Dove
Zenaida asiatica. Seeds and saguaro fruit and nectar.
Pigeons and doves (Columbidae)White-winged DoveZenaida asiatica
- Scientific name
- Zenaida asiatica
- Length
- 11 in
- Weight
- 4.4–6.3 oz
- Nest
- Twig platform in trees
- Entrance hole
- Does not use nest boxes
- Clutch
- 1–2 eggs
- Incubation
- 14 days
- Broods
- 1–2 per season
Identification
- White stripe along the folded wing
- Blue skin around a red eye
- Square tail with white corners
Voice
'Who-cooks-for-you'.
Diet and feeding
Seeds and saguaro fruit and nectar.
What do white-winged doves eat? · Best feeder for white-winged doves
White-winged Doves by state and province
| Region | Status | Nesting |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | Summer breeder | March–August |
| California | Summer breeder | March–August |
| Florida | Year-round resident | March–August |
| Nevada | Summer breeder | April–August |
| New Mexico | Summer breeder | April–August |
| Texas | Year-round resident | March–August |
Frequently asked
What do white-winged doves eat?
Seeds and saguaro fruit and nectar. At feeders: sunflower, millet, cracked corn.
How big is a White-winged Dove?
11 in long and 4.4–6.3 oz.
Do white-winged doves use birdhouses?
No. Twig platform in trees.
Sources
- White-winged Dove — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- White-winged Dove life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- White-winged 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.