Mourning Collared-dove
Streptopelia decipiens
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<birdfyi-bird slug="streptopelia-decipiens"></birdfyi-bird>About
Medium dove, 28–31 cm, grey-brown with an orange-red orbital ring, a black partial neck collar, and a pinkish-grey breast. Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Tanzania, in open woodland and riverine forest. Granivore of seeds and small grains. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 33.5 cm | 13.2 in |
| Weight | 168.83333333333334 g | 5.96 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Great Cuckoo-dove: large; dark rufous-brown above; barred below; long dark barred tail; red orbital ring; large size diagnostic
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15-18 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes through dense forest in Flores Sea region. 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 decipiens |
Distribution
Mourning Collared-dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family