| Range: |
Eastern, southern Africa |
| Habitat: |
Woodlands, savannas, plantations, farmlands |
| Conservation Status: |
Common |
| Scientific Name: |
Streptopelia capicola |
It’s not hard to see how this beautiful little bird got its name. The ring-necked dove not only has distinctive markings around its back and neck, but also sports red eyes, legs, and feet. Like many dove species, this bird makes a soft coo-ing sound. Males even make it when they’re trying to impress females. The ring-necked dove’s favorite foods are seeds and berries.
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