The West Peruvian dove or Pacific dove (Zenaida meloda) is a species of dove in the genus Zenaida.[2]
ZenaidaWest Peruvian dove
Cladogram showing the position of the West Peruvian dove in the genus Zenaida.[3]The West Peruvian dove has prominent white bands on its wings and wide tails corners, also white. Its eyes have violet-blue rings.[4]
Z. meloda can be found in desert lowlands and foothills in many open and semi-open habitats. These include streets, gardens, farms, and palm oases. [4]
