Bird
Red-eyed Dove
Streptopelia semitorquataAlso known as Half-collared Dove
Red-eyed doves call with a deep, rhythmic cooing that echoes through African woodlands and suburban gardens alike. Easily recognized by their bare red eye-ring and black half-collar, these sturdy pigeons forage mainly on the ground in pairs or small flocks. Pairs construct flimsy twig nests in tree forks, where both parents share incubation duties and nourish hatchlings with rich crop milk.
Sub-SaharanGranivorousVocal
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & preyGrass seeds, Cultivated grains, Fallen berries
Predators
- Accipiter hawks
- Domestic cats
- Genets
ThreatsHabitat alteration and localized hunting
HabitatsWoodlands, savannahs, plantations, and urban gardens
Life span5–10 years
Classification
- OrderColumbiformes
- FamilyColumbidae
- GenusStreptopelia
- SpeciesStreptopelia semitorquata
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Listen for Calls: Recognize their distinctive six-note cooing rhythm echoing from tree perches.
- Spotting Features: Look for the bare crimson skin surrounding the eyes and the dark nape collar.
- Respectful Viewing: Observe quiet pairs foraging along ground edges or visiting garden bird baths.
Frequent Companion (c) Marcelo Cabrera, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Marcelo Cabrera · cc-by
Close Relative (c) Derek Keats, some rights reserved (CC BY) · cc-by
Close Relative stevem4560 / CC BY 4.0 · cc-by
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