# Zebra Dove

> Zebra Dove (Geopelia striata). This small dove has a relatively long tail, fine black-and-white barring over grey-brown plumage and a soft repeated coo.

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**Review status:** This guide was compiled from the listed species sources and observation records; it has not been reviewed by a taxonomic specialist. GBIF records are neither a census nor proof of native range.

## Quick answer

The Zebra Dove (*Geopelia striata*) is a bird in the family Columbidae. In Indonesia, observation records come mainly from Nusa Tenggara, Java, Sumatra. Diet: seed-eater (granivore); a herbivore. IUCN Red List status: Least Concern.

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Scientific name | *Geopelia striata* |
| Indonesian name | Perkutut |
| Group | Birds |
| Family | Columbidae |
| Observation records | Nusa Tenggara, Java, Sumatra |
| Taxonomic group | Columbiformes |
| GBIF records | 12,768 human-observation records, 2016–2026 |
| Data retrieved | 2026-09-23 |
| IUCN status | Least Concern · [IUCN Red List (via GBIF)](https://www.gbif.org/species/2495486) · checked 1 October 2026 |
| Diet type | Herbivore (plant-eater) — seed-eater (granivore) · [AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022)](https://figshare.com/articles/dataset/AVONET_morphological_ecological_and_geographical_data_for_all_birds_Tobias_et_al_2021_Ecology_Letters_/16586228) |
| Reproduction | Laying eggs (oviparous) · [Vigie-Nature École (MNHN)](https://www.vigienature-ecole.fr/en/node/352) |
| Active | Diurnal (active by day) · [EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt](https://esapubs.org/archive/ecol/E095/178/BirdFuncDat.txt) |

## What is the Zebra Dove?

Zebra Dove refers to Geopelia striata, in the genus Geopelia, family Columbidae, and order Columbiformes. The scientific name follows the accepted taxon in the GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Common names can vary between places; the scientific name distinguishes this species from relatives.

Evidence: [GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon](https://www.gbif.org/species/2495486)

## What is known about the Zebra Dove?

This small dove has a relatively long tail, fine black-and-white barring over grey-brown plumage and a soft repeated coo.

Read that fact alongside the scientific name and species source, not as proof from an unclear photograph. Populations, ages and taxonomic limits can differ; when identification is uncertain, record the broader group.

Evidence: [Species account — background reading](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geopelia%20striata)

## How many Indonesian records name the Zebra Dove?

When checked on 2026-09-23, the GBIF search returned 12,768 human-observation records from Indonesia under this species name for 2016–2026. That is a count of indexed records, not an estimate of population, abundance or unique individuals. Observation effort can vary by location, and the count may change as records are added or identifications revised.

Evidence: [GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026](https://api.gbif.org/v1/occurrence/search?country=ID&speciesKey=2495486&basisOfRecord=HUMAN_OBSERVATION&year=2016%2C2026&limit=0&facet=stateProvince&facetLimit=7)

## Where were observations reported?

Place labels appearing in the results include Nusa Tenggara, Java, Sumatra. They are labels attached to records, not a complete range map or evidence that the species occurs only there. Some labels may be broad or inconsistent. Check the underlying records before using the location information for field decisions.

Evidence: [GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026](https://api.gbif.org/v1/occurrence/search?country=ID&speciesKey=2495486&basisOfRecord=HUMAN_OBSERVATION&year=2016%2C2026&limit=0&facet=stateProvince&facetLimit=7)

## How can you observe the Zebra Dove?

Record the date, broad location, voice and visible plumage without approaching nests or young. A clear, distant photograph is more useful than disturbing a bird for a closer view. A well-documented sighting helps others check the identification without turning one encounter into a conservation-status claim.

## Explore related animals

To explore this group further, compare Zebra Dove with Pink-necked Green-Pigeon, Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove, Green Imperial Pigeon. These links reflect a shared genus, family, order, class or catalogue group; taxonomic proximity does not imply identical habitat needs or conservation status.

## Scientific classification of the Zebra Dove

| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae |
| Genus | *Geopelia* |
| Species | *Geopelia striata* |

Source: [GBIF Backbone Taxonomy](https://www.gbif.org/dataset/d7dddbf4-2cf0-4f39-9b2a-bb099caae36c)

## Common questions about the Zebra Dove

### What is the scientific name of the Zebra Dove?

The scientific name of the Zebra Dove is *Geopelia striata*, in the family Columbidae and the order Columbiformes. In Indonesian it is called Perkutut.

### What kind of animal is the Zebra Dove?

The Zebra Dove is a bird in the family Columbidae. By diet it is a herbivore (plant-eater): a seed-eater (granivore).

### Where does the Zebra Dove live in Indonesia?

Observation records of the Zebra Dove summarised in this guide mainly come from Nusa Tenggara, Java, Sumatra. That list is not a complete range map.

### What does the Zebra Dove eat?

The Zebra Dove is a seed-eater (granivore). That makes it a herbivore (plant-eater). Source: [AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022)](https://figshare.com/articles/dataset/AVONET_morphological_ecological_and_geographical_data_for_all_birds_Tobias_et_al_2021_Ecology_Letters_/16586228).

### How does the Zebra Dove reproduce?

The Zebra Dove reproduces by laying eggs (oviparous). Source: [Vigie-Nature École (MNHN)](https://www.vigienature-ecole.fr/en/node/352).

### Is the Zebra Dove nocturnal?

The cited source records the Zebra Dove as diurnal (active by day). Source: [EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt](https://esapubs.org/archive/ecol/E095/178/BirdFuncDat.txt).

See also [the list of nocturnal and diurnal animals in Indonesia](https://panduanhewan.org/en/species/nocturnal-and-diurnal-animals/).

### What is the scientific classification of the Zebra Dove?

Scientific classification of the Zebra Dove: kingdom Animalia, phylum Chordata, class Aves, order Columbiformes, family Columbidae, genus *Geopelia*, species *Geopelia striata*.

Source: [GBIF Backbone Taxonomy](https://www.gbif.org/dataset/d7dddbf4-2cf0-4f39-9b2a-bb099caae36c), adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology.

### Is the Zebra Dove endangered?

No, according to the global IUCN assessment. On the IUCN Red List, the Zebra Dove is listed as Least Concern: it does not qualify for a threatened category or for Near Threatened in the global assessment. Source: [IUCN Red List (via GBIF)](https://www.gbif.org/species/2495486), checked 1 October 2026.

This global category is separate from legal protection in Indonesia. To check whether the Zebra Dove is a protected species, consult the current national list of [protected species](https://panduanhewan.org/en/species/protected/) or contact the local [BKSDA](https://panduanhewan.org/en/bksda-offices/) (natural resources conservation office).

## Sources & references

1. [GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon](https://www.gbif.org/species/2495486)
2. [GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026](https://api.gbif.org/v1/occurrence/search?country=ID&speciesKey=2495486&basisOfRecord=HUMAN_OBSERVATION&year=2016%2C2026&limit=0&facet=stateProvince&facetLimit=7)
3. [iNaturalist — exact species taxon and community observations](https://www.inaturalist.org/taxa/3607)
4. [Species account — background reading](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geopelia%20striata)
5. [AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022)](https://figshare.com/articles/dataset/AVONET_morphological_ecological_and_geographical_data_for_all_birds_Tobias_et_al_2021_Ecology_Letters_/16586228)
6. [Vigie-Nature École (MNHN)](https://www.vigienature-ecole.fr/en/node/352)
7. [EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt](https://esapubs.org/archive/ecol/E095/178/BirdFuncDat.txt)
8. [GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (GBIF)](https://www.gbif.org/dataset/d7dddbf4-2cf0-4f39-9b2a-bb099caae36c)

## Keep exploring

- [Pink-necked Green-Pigeon](https://panduanhewan.org/en/species/treron-vernans/)
- [Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove](https://panduanhewan.org/en/species/macropygia-doreya/)
- [Green Imperial Pigeon](https://panduanhewan.org/en/species/ducula-aenea/)
- [Asian Emerald Dove](https://panduanhewan.org/en/species/chalcophaps-indica/)
- [Rock Pigeon](https://panduanhewan.org/en/species/columba-livia/)

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Cite: PanduanHewan. (2026). Zebra Dove. PanduanHewan.org. https://panduanhewan.org/en/species/geopelia-striata/