Inca Dove - Columbina inca

Length 7.5-8.7 in (19.0-22.0 cm)
Weight 1.1-2.0 oz (30-58 g)
Clutch Size 2
Chicks at birth Semi-altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:NA
     

The Inca Dove is found in the North American southwest and Mexico through Central America to Costa Rica. Their feathers are unique and look like scales. They eat grass seed. During the winter, they huddle in a pyramid formation which can contain 12 birds.

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