African Collared-Dove
NameAfrican Collared-Dove
Common NameAfrican Collared-Dove
Scientific NameStreptopelia roseogrisea
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)40
Length (cm)26
Weight (g)150
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is generally pale grey-brown to sandy-buff, with the head and underparts being paler, often whitish or pinkish-buff. A prominent black half-collar is present on the nape. The primary flight feathers are darker, and the outer tail feathers have white tips. It has distinctive red eyes and a dark bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a characteristic soft, cooing call, often described as a 'coo-COO-coo' or 'hoo-HOO-hoo', with the middle note emphasized.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to a broad band across northern and northeastern Africa, extending into the Arabian Peninsula. It has also been introduced to various other parts of the world.
Identifying FeaturesPale grey-brown to sandy-buff plumage, Distinctive black half-collar on the nape, Red eyes, White tips on outer tail feathers, Soft cooing call
Description
This medium-sized dove is characterized by its slender build and pale, sandy-buff plumage. It is often found in open woodlands, savannas, and areas modified by humans, where it forages for seeds and grains.
