StatusIntroduced
RarityCommon
Height26 cm
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"Their call consists of 4–7 bubbling notes resembling soft laughter, inspiring their name."
Field Guide
Laughing Dove
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The Laughing Dove is a small, long-tailed pigeon with soft pinkish-brown plumage and blue-grey wings. First introduced to Australia in the late 189s, it has established itself in urban areas of southwest Western Australia, particularly around Perth. Known for its gentle, bubbling call, this dove is a familiar presence in suburban gardens and parks.
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