Collared Dove

collared dove cooing

The Collared Dove is a medium-sized bird with a pale, sandy-grey body and a distinctive black collar around its neck, often seen perched on trees and rooftops or feeding on the ground.

  • Collared doves can be seen in the UK throughout the year, and are non-migratory birds that are present all year-round.
  • Collared doves are part of the Columbidae family, which includes doves and pigeons, and are known for their plump bodies, small heads, and cooing calls.

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