Vinaceous Dove
Streptopelia vinacea
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<birdfyi-bird slug="streptopelia-vinacea"></birdfyi-bird>The Vinaceous Dove (Streptopelia vinacea) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.3 cm and a weight of 105.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Medium dove, 25–27 cm, vinaceous-pinkish grey with a dark brown mantle, narrow black neck collar, and pale underparts. Found in the Sahel zone across West and East Africa from Gambia to Sudan, inhabiting dry savanna, thorn scrub, and farmland. Granivore of grass seeds and cultivated grains. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.3 cm | 10.7 in |
| Weight | 105.66666666666667 g | 3.73 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 13-14 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes through dense forest in Andaman Islands. 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 vinacea |
Distribution
Vinaceous Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family