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African Collared-Dove

African Collared-Dove

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9 months ago door Stephan
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The African Collared Dove is a widespread dove native to arid and semi-arid regions spanning from the Sahel belt of Africa to the Arabian Peninsula. It is recognized by its pale greyish-brown plumage and a distinctive black neck collar.
Where to spot
Inhabits arid savannas, semi-deserts, oases, and frequently found around human settlements, including farmlands and villages across its extensive range.
How to spot
Identify by its uniform pale greyish-brown body, a black half-collar on the hindneck, and dark eyes. Listen for its characteristic soft, rhythmic cooing call, which is a familiar sound in its habitat.
When to spot
A year-round resident throughout its native distribution. Most active during daylight hours, often seen foraging on the ground.
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File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Tchirozérine, Niger 1a.jpg
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Tchirozérine, Niger 2.jpg
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Tchirozérine, Niger 2a.jpg
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Waza NP, Cameroon.jpg
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Waza NP, Cameroon (cropped).jpg
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea 184455670.jpg
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea 184455781.jpg
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Tchirozérine, Niger 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Tchirozérine, Niger 1a.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Tchirozérine, Niger 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Tchirozérine, Niger 2a.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Waza NP, Cameroon.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea, Waza NP, Cameroon (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea 184455670.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Streptopelia roseogrisea 184455781.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is the wild ancestor of the popular domesticated pet bird, the Ringneck Dove, which has been selectively bred for centuries to produce various color mutations.
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Stephan
Stephan
9 months ago
African Collared-Dove
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