White-tipped Dove (Leptotila verreauxi) is in the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 2,353 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: winter visitor. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph White-tipped Dove: observations by month (U.S.)
About White-tipped Dove
The white-tipped dove (Leptotila verreauxi) is a large New World tropical dove. Its scientific name commemorates the French naturalists Jules and Edouard Verreaux.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
White-tipped Dove by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2,341 | April | Nov–May |
| Arizona | 12 | May | Apr–May |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related birds (Pigeons and Doves)
Mourning Dove
White-winged Dove
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Band-tailed Pigeon
Inca Dove
Zebra Dove
Common Ground Dove
Spotted Dove
Photography tips
- Use a fast shutter (1/2000 s or faster) for birds in flight.
- Focus on the eye and shoot at the bird's eye level.
- Approach slowly and stop if the bird changes behavior; never bait or flush birds.
- Morning activity peaks in the first two hours after sunrise.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph White-tipped Dove?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from November to May.
Where is White-tipped Dove most often seen?
The most observations come from Texas, Arizona.