Eurasian Collared Dove
Eurasian Collared Dove (<em>Streptopelia decaocto</em>) is a species of Pigeons, Doves (<em>Columbidae</em>) in the order Pigeons and Doves.
Overview
Eurasian Collared Dove (Streptopelia decaocto) is a species of Pigeons, Doves (Columbidae) in the order Pigeons and Doves. A pale sandy dove with a black half-collar; exploded across Europe and North America from Asia in the 20th century; now a common garden bird; calls a three-note 'coo-coo-coo'.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Streptopelia; binomial: Streptopelia decaocto; authority: (Frivaldszky, 1838). Typical size: 30-33cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic and the Oriental Region.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
