Ring-necked Dove
Streptopelia capicola
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<birdfyi-bird slug="streptopelia-capicola"></birdfyi-bird>The Ring-necked Dove (Streptopelia capicola) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.2 cm and a weight of 144.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Medium dove, 26–28 cm, pale grey-brown with a black hindneck collar and a pinkish breast. Extremely common across sub-Saharan Africa from Ethiopia to South Africa, in open woodland, savanna, and farmland. Granivore of seeds and grain. Familiar garden bird throughout its range and one of Africa's most abundant doves. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.2 cm | 11.9 in |
| Weight | 144.66666666666666 g | 5.10 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 16-17 days.
Clutch Size
1-4
Sound
Song
Deep, resonant cooing; rich notes carrying through dense tropical forest in Southeast Asia. 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 | Streptopelia |
| Species | Streptopelia capicola |
Distribution
Ring-necked Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family