Stock Dove
Columba oenas
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Stock Dove (Columba oenas) — 32–34 cm. Blue-grey; two short incomplete black wing bars; green iridescent neck patch; no white; pinkish breast. Breeds across Europe and western Asia in farmland, woodland, and cliffs; partially migratory. Granivore feeding on weed seeds and grain. Nests in tree holes and rock crevices.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 43.0 cm | 16.9 in |
| Weight | 300.25 g | 10.59 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Stock Dove: blue-gray overall; two short black wing bars; green neck gloss; no white; yellow bill; smaller than Common Woodpigeon
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR. Incubation: 16-18 days. Fledging: 16-30 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing call; pure notes with mild quality typical of Somali dry rocky terrain. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Columba |
| Species | Columba oenas |
Distribution
Stock Dove has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family