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) is courtesy of Frank Priscus Shirime. The right lower photo (Tarangire) 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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