StatusIntroduced
RarityRare
Height27 cm
Did You Know?
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"The African Collared Dove, thought to be the wild ancestor of the domestic Barbary Dove, was first recorded in Australia in Sydney in 1946."
Field Guide
African Collared-Dove
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The African Collared Dove is a medium-sized bird introduced to Australia, measuring approximately 28–33 cm in length. It is easily recognised by its creamy-buff plumage and the black half-collar on its hindneck. Small populations of this dove occasionally establish themselves in urban areas, adding diversity to local birdlife.
Distribution Map
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