Fruit dove profile
White-eared brown dove
Phapitreron leucotis
Welcome to the profile of the White-eared brown dove (Phapitreron leucotis). The documented natural range includes Philippines. With a body length of 24 cm, this species belongs to the brown doves of the Philippines. Within the European Fruit Dove Project, the current status is recorded as: small stock. This page brings together distribution data, identification notes and practical husbandry experience, helping keepers and breeders to exchange knowledge and support the…
Profile & short facts for White-eared brown dove
| English name | White-eared brown dove |
|---|---|
| German name | Ohrstreiftaube |
| Scientific name | Phapitreron leucotis |
| Genus | Phapitreron |
| Category | Fruit doves of other genera |
| Distribution | Philippines |
| Subspecies | 1. Phapitreron l. leucotis – northern Philippines: Luzon, Alabat, Polillo, Catanduanes, Lubang, Verde, Mindoro, Marinduque | 2. Phapitreron leucotis brevirostris – south-eastern Philippines: Samar, Calicoan, Biliran, Leyte, Bohol, Siquijor, Camiguin Sur, Dinagat, Siargao, Mindanao | 3. Phapitreron leucotis nigrorum – zentrale Philippines: Ticao, Tablas, Sibuyan, Masbate, Panay, Calagmaan, Guimaras, Negros, Cebu | 4. Phapitreron leucotis occipitalis – southern Phillipinen: Basilan, Sulu-Islands |
| Size / characteristics | 24 cm | hardly any reliable external sexing characters for male/female birds |
| Status | small stock |
Habitat and natural range
dense forests, secondary growth and wooded agricultural zones in the lowlands.
Feeding in the European Fruit Dove Project
Frugivorous. Takes berries and small wild fruits in the canopy. In human care: finely chopped soft fruit mixed with a specialised fruit-dove soft food and berries.
Husbandry in the European Fruit Dove Project
Delicate fruit-dove species that appreciates dense, well-protected retreats in the aviary. Constant warmth in winter, at least around 18 °C in the shelter, helps prevent illness.
Breeding and offspring
Offer small nesting baskets or platforms in dense foliage. Pairs often harmonise best when they can form naturally from a group. Avoid unnecessary nest inspections.
Subspecies and systematics
- Phapitreron l. leucotis – northern Philippines: Luzon, Alabat, Polillo, Catanduanes, Lubang, Verde, Mindoro, Marinduque | 2. Phapitreron leucotis brevirostris – south-eastern Philippines: Samar, Calicoan, Biliran, Leyte, Bohol, Siquijor, Camiguin Sur, Dinagat, Siargao, Mindanao | 3. Phapitreron leucotis nigrorum – zentrale Philippines: Ticao, Tablas, Sibuyan, Masbate, Panay, Calagmaan, Guimaras, Negros, Cebu | 4. Phapitreron leucotis occipitalis – southern Phillipinen: Basilan, Sulu-Islands
Special notes on the species
Has a distinct pale stripe behind the eye; unlike many fruit doves, it also forages close to the ground.
Conservation status
| IUCN | LC (Least Concern) |
|---|---|
| CITES | Not listed |
| EU species protection | Not listed |
Further sources
Images of the White-eared brown dove
Image credits
- Ohrstreiftauben-Paar mit Jungvögeln (© Florence Velez)
- Ohrstreiftaube bei Manfred Kästner (© Johannes Pfleiderer)
- Ohrstreiftauben bei Manfred Kästner (© Johannes Pfleiderer)