White-winged Collared-Dove
NameWhite-winged Collared-Dove
Common NameEurasian Collared-Dove
Scientific NameStreptopelia decaocto
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)51
Length (cm)31.5
Weight (g)182.5
Plumage DetailsOverall pale grey-buff to pinkish-grey, with darker grey flight feathers and a prominent black half-collar bordered with white on the nape. The undertail coverts are white, and the long tail features a broad white tip. Eyes are typically reddish-orange.
Vocalization / CallA distinctive, monotonous three-note cooing call, often transcribed as 'hoo-HOO-hoo' or 'coo-COO-coo,' with the middle note being emphasized and slightly louder.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsurban, forest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to parts of Asia and Europe, the Eurasian Collared-Dove has undergone a remarkable range expansion, colonizing most of Europe and rapidly spreading across North America, where it is now a widespread invasive species.
Identifying FeaturesBlack half-collar on nape, Pale grey-buff plumage, Reddish eyes, Long tail with white tips, Three-note cooing call
Description
A medium-sized, slender dove characterized by its pale grey-brown plumage and a distinctive black half-collar on the nape. This highly adaptable species is known for its rapid expansion across various habitats, often found in close proximity to human settlements. They primarily forage on the ground for seeds and grains.
