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Ring-necked Dove

Ring-necked Dove

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1 year ago door Oskar Bakker
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The Cape Turtle Dove is a small, common dove widespread in Southern and East Africa. It is frequently observed in open habitats, farmlands, and urban gardens, known for its soft grey plumage.
Where to spot
Inhabits a wide variety of habitats including savannas, open woodlands, agricultural lands, and densely populated urban areas across Southern and East Africa.
How to spot
Identify by its small size, pale grey plumage, a distinctive black patch on the hindneck (not a full collar), and white outer tail feathers. Listen closely for its characteristic repetitive call.
When to spot
A year-round resident throughout its range. Active throughout the day, often seen foraging for seeds on the ground.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ring-necked Dove (Streptopelia capicola).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ring-necked Dove (Streptopelia capicola) (11855738115).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ring-necked Dove (Streptopelia capicola) (11856230834).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ring-necked Dove (Streptopelia capicola) (51137112948).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ring-necked Dove (Streptopelia capicola) (53072255454).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ring-necked Dove Streptopelia capicola.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ring-necked Doves (Streptopelia capicola) (16275877169).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ring-necked dove (Streptopelia capicola damarensis).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Its distinctive four-note call, often transcribed as 'hoo-hoo-hoo-hoooo', is a familiar sound across its range, sometimes described as mournful or even resembling a human laugh.
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Oskar Bakker
Oskar Bakker
1 year ago
Ring-necked Dove
Cape Town, Western Cape
Spotted Ring-necked Dove
Spotted Ring-necked Dove
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