Eurasian Collared Dove

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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.

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