Namaqua Dove
Oena capensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="oena-capensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Namaqua Dove (Oena capensis) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.5 cm and a weight of 39.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Tentang
Very small, long-tailed dove, 22–26 cm; male has a black face and bill contrasting with white underparts and grey-brown wings. Found across Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and Madagascar in open arid and semi-arid habitats, including desert scrub, dry savanna, and farmland. Granivore of tiny seeds. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Rentang Sayap | 20,5 cm | 8.1 in |
| Berat | 39,333333333333336 g | 1.39 oz |
Habitat & Range
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 13-16 days. Fledging: 16 days.
Ukuran Sarang
2
Suara
Kicauan
Soft, gentle cooing with Namaqua charm; delicate pure notes typical of African dry open savanna and scrub.
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Famili | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Oena |
| Spesies | Oena capensis |
Distribution
Namaqua Dove has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family