White-tipped Dove

About this Species

The White-tipped Dove (Leptotila verreauxi) is a medium-sized bird that is commonly found in the Yucatan Peninsula, including parts of Guatemala and Belize. These doves typically inhabit tropical lowland forests, but can also be found in agricultural areas and urban environments.

The White-tipped Dove is known for its distinctive call, which consists of a series of soft coos that increase in volume and frequency. These doves are primarily herbivorous and feed on a variety of seeds and fruits, including those from fig trees and palm trees.

Breeding typically occurs between March and August, and females will lay a single egg at a time. The incubation period lasts approximately two weeks, and both parents will take turns incubating the egg and caring for the chick. Despite being a relatively common species, there is still much to learn about the natural history of the White-tipped Dove, and ongoing research is necessary to fully understand their behavior and ecology in the Yucatan Peninsula and beyond.