Burmese Collared-Dove
NameBurmese Collared-Dove
Common NameBurmese Collared-Dove
Scientific NameStreptopelia xanthocycla
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)48
Length (cm)32
Weight (g)175
Plumage DetailsPale grey-brown overall, with a distinctive black half-collar on the nape. The head and underparts are paler, often with a pinkish wash on the breast. The primaries are darker, and the undertail coverts are white. It has a reddish eye.
Vocalization / CallA soft, mournful cooing call, typically a three-note phrase such as "hoo-hoo-hoo" or "coo-COO-coo", with the middle note often emphasized.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Myanmar (Burma), primarily found in the central and southern regions, with some populations potentially extending into adjacent parts of Thailand.
Identifying Featuresblack half-collar, pale grey-brown plumage, reddish eye, three-note cooing call, medium size
Description
The Burmese Collared-Dove is a medium-sized dove characterized by its slender build and a prominent black half-collar on the nape. Its plumage is generally pale grey-brown, and it is known for its soft, mournful cooing vocalizations. This species is often found in open woodlands and human-modified landscapes.
