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European Turtle-dove

Streptopelia turtur

Vulnerable
पंखों का फैलाव
34.1 cm
वजन
127.5 g
कुल
Columbidae
गण
Columbiformes

The European Turtle-dove (Streptopelia turtur) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.1 cm and a weight of 127.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.

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के बारे में

Slender migratory dove, 26–29 cm, with rich orange-brown scalloped upperparts, black-and-white neck patch, pink breast, and white belly. Breeds across Europe and western Asia; winters in sub-Saharan Africa. Granivore of weed seeds in farmland and hedgerows. Experiencing severe population decline due to changes in agricultural practices. Vulnerable.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
पंखों का फैलाव 34.1 cm 13.4 in
वजन 127.5 g 4.50 oz

Habitat & Range

संरक्षण स्थिति

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

व्यवहार और प्रजनन

घोंसला बनाना

Nest type: PL,O. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 20-22 days.

अंडों की संख्या

2

ध्वनि

गीत

Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of open South Asian woodland. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.

वर्गिकी

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
गण Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
कुल Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Streptopelia
प्रजातियां Streptopelia turtur

Distribution

European Turtle-dove has been recorded in 5 countries.

उपस्थित Not recorded

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Is the European Turtle-dove endangered?
The European Turtle-dove has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the European Turtle-dove nest?
Nest type: PL,O. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 20-22 days.
What does the European Turtle-dove sound like?
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of open South Asian woodland. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
How big is the European Turtle-dove?
The European Turtle-dove has a wingspan of 34.1 cm, weight of 127.5 g.
What order and family does the European Turtle-dove belong to?
The European Turtle-dove (Streptopelia turtur) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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