Namaqua Dove

Oena capensis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Columbiformes · Columbidae

About

The Namaqua dove is a very small species of pigeon. It is the only species in the genus Oena. It is found over much of Sub-Saharan Africa as well as Arabia and Madagascar.

Fun Fact

The food is almost exclusively minute seeds, such as those of grasses, sedges and weeds.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in near desert with acacia and bushes.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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