Bare-eyed Ground Dove
A species of Metriopelia Ground Doves Scientific name : Metriopelia morenoi Genus : Metriopelia Ground Doves
Bare-eyed Ground Dove, A species of Metriopelia Ground Doves
Botanical name: Metriopelia morenoi
Genus: Metriopelia Ground Doves
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Description
Moreno's ground dove (Metriopelia morenoi) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in the Southern Andean Yungas of northwestern Argentina. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland. It has a brown back and gray belly, and the periocular orange, pinkish legs. 
Size
17 cm
Nest Placement
Cliff
Feeding Habits
Bare-eyed Ground Dove's diet specifics are unknown, but they forage on the ground in groups, indicating a potential preference for seed-rich, ground-based food sources.
Habitat
The bare-eyed Ground Dove typically inhabits temperate and puna zones characterized by pre-puna vegetation which includes columnar cacti, scrub, and scattered trees. These environments are often found on sandy and rocky hills, providing a suitable habitat for bare-eyed Ground Dove. These birds prefer areas distinct from Puya stands, a habitat favored by the closely related species M. melanoptera.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pigeons and doves Family
Dove Genus
Metriopelia Ground Doves Species
Bare-eyed Ground Dove 
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