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Ring-necked Dove

Streptopelia capicola

Classification

Class
Aves

The ring-necked dove (Streptopelia capicola), also known as the Cape turtle dove, half-collared dove, or the Cape Lager is a widespread and often abundant dove species in East and southern Africa. It is a mostly sedentary bird, found in a variety of open habitats. Within range, its penetrating and rhythmic, three-syllabled crooning is a familiar sound at any time of the year.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
France · 141United States of America · 2