Eurasian Collared Dove

Key identifiable features

• General: Pale grey dove with a narrow black collar on the back of the neck and red eyes.
• Male vs Female: Sexes look alike; males may show bolder collar.
• Juvenile: Lack clear collar and are duller grey.

Movement & migration

Mostly resident but expanding its range. Common in towns and open country.

General information

A quiet, graceful dove that has rapidly spread across regions. Feeds on grains and seeds, often seen perched on wires or rooftops. Known for its rhythmic ‘coo-COO-coo’ call.

Sourced from authorized ornithology references.

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