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Mourning Collared Dove (Streptopelia decipiens)

Mourning Collared Dove

Streptopelia decipiens

About the Mourning Collared Dove

The mourning collared dove, or African mourning dove (Streptopelia decipiens) is a dove which is a widespread resident breeding bird in Africa south of the Sahara. Despite its name, it is not a close relative of the North American mourning dove, Zenaida macroura. This species is common or abundant near water. They often mingle peacefully with other doves.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Mourning Collared Dove?

The scientific name of the Mourning Collared Dove is Streptopelia decipiens.

How many Mourning Collared Dove sightings have been recorded?

1,714 observations of the Mourning Collared Dove have been recorded on iNaturalist.

1,714 observations on iNaturalist
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