Madagascar Turtle-dove
Nesoenas picturatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="nesoenas-picturatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Madagascar Turtle-dove (Nesoenas picturatus) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 33.2 cm and a weight of 171.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Medium dove, 26–30 cm, pinkish-grey with brown wings, a black-and-white neck patch, and reddish legs. Found on Madagascar and the Mascarene Islands, inhabiting forest edge, scrub, and cultivated areas. Granivore and frugivore feeding on seeds and berries on or near the ground. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 33.2 cm | 13.1 in |
| Weight | 171.33333333333334 g | 6.04 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of East African open savanna habitat. 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 | Nesoenas |
| Species | Nesoenas picturatus |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family