Dove with peculiar plumage, it has the edge of the black feathers giving the impression of scales. When it flies, it shows its well-marked wings and a tail with three colors (black, gray and white). The song is easily remembered, a continuous repetition of “pow-co-pow”, or “fire-out.” It is very common, found in open areas, forest edges and urban areas. scaled dove, which can measure up to 22 centimeters in length and weigh up to 60 grams. It seeks its food on the ground, foraging in pairs or small groups. In nature it is always present on the edges of forests, cerradões, orchards, gardens and parks. skittish and in the human presence tends to take flight, hiding somewhere in the branches of trees