quail dove

Quail doves are a type of tropical American pigeon belonging to the genera Geotrygon, Oreopeleia, and Starnoenas. These birds are terrestrial in habit and are found in the West Indies and on the Florida Keys. Some species, like the Jamaican quail dove (Oreopeleia montana), are known as partridge doves.12

Quail doves are part of the family Columbidae, which includes all pigeons and doves. While most Columbidae lay white eggs, quail doves are an exception, sometimes laying brown or cream-colored eggs. This adaptation may help reduce predation risks for their eggs, especially for ground-nesting species. These birds are often found on the forest floor, foraging for fallen seeds and fruits.345