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African Collared-Dove

Streptopelia roseogrisea

The African Collared-Dove is a gentle bird with a soft cooing sound. It has a beautiful grayish color and a distinctive black 'collar' around its neck. These doves are often seen in pairs, making them lovely companions in the sky.

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The African Collared-Dove is a slender bird, pale grey-brown overall with a distinctive narrow black collar on its hindneck. Its head is a lighter grey, and its underside has pinkish tones, contrasting with darker flight feathers.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderColumbiformesFamilyColumbidaeGenusStreptopelia
African Collared-Dove
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African Collared-Dove

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Often found near human settlements, they're very comfortable with people!

Their soft 'coo-COO-coo' call is distinctive in their African habitats!

These doves are unique for drinking water without ever tilting their heads!

They build incredibly flimsy nests, often just a few twigs!

Special abilities

Ability

Sip-Suck Drinker

African Collared-Doves can drink water by sucking it up like a straw, unlike most birds that scoop and tilt their heads.

Ability

Rapid Breeder

African Collared-Doves can raise multiple broods in a year, which helps their populations thrive quickly.

Ability

Sun Navigator

African Collared-Doves possess an innate ability to navigate vast distances using the sun's position.

Measurements & details

Length
25-28 cm
Wingspan
40-45 cm
Weight
0.12-0.16 kg
Lifespan
5-10 years
Top Speed
60 km/h
Clutch Size
1-2
Incubation
14-16 days

Diet & Feeding

These doves mainly eat various seeds and grains found on the ground, sometimes small fruits.

Primary Foods

  • Grass seeds
  • Weed seeds
  • Millet
  • Wheat
  • Small berries

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch birds from a distance and don't try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is African Collared-Dove?

25-28 cm

What is African Collared-Dove's wingspan?

40-45 cm

How much does African Collared-Dove weigh?

0.12-0.16 kg

How long does African Collared-Dove live?

5-10 years

How fast can African Collared-Dove move?

60 km/h

What does African Collared-Dove eat?

These doves mainly eat various seeds and grains found on the ground, sometimes small fruits.

Where is African Collared-Dove usually found?

Urban areas

How does African Collared-Dove hunt?

Foraging

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