Eurasian Collared Dove (Streptopelia decaocto) — Least Concern Aves

Eurasian Collared Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Columbiformes · Columbidae

About

The Eurasian collared dove, often simply just collared dove, is a dove species native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa. It has also been introduced to Japan, North and Central America, and the islands in the Caribbean.

Fun Fact

Eurasian collared doves expanded from Turkey across all of Europe in just 50 years (1930s-1980s) — one of the most dramatic natural range expansions of any bird species in recorded history.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Urban and suburban areas

Diet

Granivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

  • Disease
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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