Yes, dove meat is considered halal in Islam.
Halal Status of Dove
According to Islamic dietary laws, the permissibility of consuming meat is determined by whether the animal was slaughtered in a specific manner (Zabiha) and if the animal itself is permissible. Birds are generally considered permissible if they do not use their claws to hold down food.
Birds Permitted for Consumption:
- As stated in the reference (3), birds like chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, pigeons, doves, partridges, quails, sparrows, emus, and ostriches are halal because they do not use their claws to hold down food.
Key Requirements for Halal Meat:
- Permissible Animal: The animal must be one that is allowed for consumption according to Islamic law.
- Zabiha Slaughter: The animal must be slaughtered by a Muslim, Jew, or Christian, in a specific manner that includes invoking the name of Allah (God) while severing the throat, windpipe, and carotid arteries.
- Complete Bleeding: The animal's blood must be completely drained out.
Summary
| Aspect | Dove | Requirement for Halal |
|---|---|---|
| Type of Bird | Non-clawed | Permissible |
| Slaughtering Method | Zabiha | Muslim, Jew or Christian Slaughter |
Since doves are non-clawed birds and thus are considered permissible, they are halal to consume, provided they are slaughtered according to Islamic guidelines (Zabiha).
