West · Pacific Flyway
Are There Mourning Doves in Hawaii?
Yes, but uncommon — Mourning Doves occur in Hawaii year-round in small numbers. Zenaida macroura · Columbidae
Is the Mourning Dove Found in Hawaii?
Mourning Doves do occur in Hawaii, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Mourning Doves occur regularly are California (about 2,480 miles away), Oregon (about 2,550 miles away) and Washington (about 2,680 miles away).
Mourning Doves prefer open feeding areas and take seed from the ground or broad trays. Clean ground-feeding areas, native seed plants, nearby trees, and accessible water suit their habits.
In Hawaii, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.
Monthly Activity — Mourning Dove in Hawaii
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Mourning Dove in Hawaii
Other birds in Hawaii
Birds you might also encounter in Hawaii.
Mourning Dove in other states
Mourning Dove in Hawaii: Quick Facts
The Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura) is an uncommon bird in Hawaii. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.
Preferred habitats include open woodland, farm, suburb, garden. For birders in Honolulu and throughout Hawaii, knowing the seasonal patterns of Mourning Dove can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.
year-round in much of the United States; northern birds migrate. Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Hawaii using the related birds section.