How difficult is it to keep Zebra Dove?

Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.

What is the lifespan of Zebra Dove?

The average lifespan of Zebra Dove is 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Zebra Dove get?

Zebra Dove typically reaches 20-23cm (wingspan 24-26cm) as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Zebra Dove?

Zebra Dove feeds on: Small grains (millets, canary seed), greens, a calcium source and clean drinking water. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Zebra Dove?

The price of Zebra Dove varies significantly depending on variety, age, sex, and the individual animal's condition. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Zebra Dove

Beginner

Geopelia striata

A small dove 20-23 cm long with fine barring along the flanks. Native to Southeast Asia, it is prized for its soft staccato cooing, and cooing competitions are held in Thailand and Indonesia.

Difficulty

Beginner

Temperature

15〜30℃

Lifespan

10-15 years

Size

20-23cm (wingspan 24-26cm)

Humidity

40〜60%

Diet

Small grains (millets, canary seed), greens, a calcium source and clean drinking water

About

The zebra dove (Geopelia striata), also known as the barred ground dove or barred dove, is a small dove native to Southeast Asia. It is 20-23 cm long with a wingspan of 24-26 cm and shows fine barring along the flanks. The peaceful dove of Australia and New Guinea and the barred dove of eastern Indonesia were until recently classified as subspecies of the zebra dove, so those names were often applied to the whole species; they are now treated separately. The dove is found in central Thailand, Laos, Borneo and Sulawesi, and has been introduced to Hawaii (1922), Tahiti (1950), New Caledonia, the Seychelles, the Chagos Archipelago (1960), Mauritius (before 1768), Reunion and Saint Helena, becoming one of the most abundant birds in places such as Hawaii and the Seychelles. It is known for pleasant, soft, staccato cooing calls, and in Thailand and Indonesia it is a popular pet with cooing competitions held to find the bird with the best voice. It is called perkutut in Indonesia, merbuk in Malaysia, and in the Philippines kurokutok, an onomatopoeia of its call. On choosing a nest site the female settles there and makes guttural sounds to attract a male to help build the nest.

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Lifespan of the Zebra Dove

The Zebra Dove lives 10-15 years.

Size of the Zebra Dove

The Zebra Dove grows to 20-23cm (wingspan 24-26cm).

Basic Info

Origin

Southeast Asia (central Thailand, Laos, Borneo, Sulawesi and beyond), introduced to Hawaii, Tahiti, the Seychelles and elsewhere

Lifespan

10-15 years

Care Specifications

PeacefulPair

Sources: Wikipedia - Zebra dove

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Geopelia striata (Linnaeus, 1766)

Synonyms: Columba striata

Authority databases: GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern

Geopelia striata. It is not listed in the CITES Appendices and does not appear in the Japanese schedule of designated dangerous animals. It has established itself where introduced, in Hawaii and the Seychelles among others, so it must not be released or abandoned.

Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / IUCN Red List / Cabinet Order under the Act on Welfare and Management of Animals, appended table (designated dangerous animals)

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.