Ring-necked (Cape turtle) Dove
Streptopelia capicola
Streptopelia capicola
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Ring-necked (Cape turtle) Dove Streptopelia capicola |
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The ring-necked or cape turtle dove has an estimated annual mortality of 35%. It is prey for many animals including raptors, crocodiles, pythons, and some cats. The nest/eggs photo (Mererani, 8/24) is courtesy of Frank Priscus Shirime. The right lower photo (Tarangire, 2-17) is courtesy of Karine Van der Vurst. The other photos were taken at Emayani, Kipili, Tarangire, Ngutukoiti and Mkungunero. Click the photo above to see 15 enlargements including nests and hatchlings. |
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