About the Oriental Turtle-Dove
The Oriental turtle dove or rufous turtle dove is a member of the bird family Columbidae. The species has a wide native distribution range from Central Asia east across Asia to Japan. The populations show variations in the patterning of plumage and have been designated into at least six named subspecies. Populations in the higher latitudes tend to migrate south in winter, while those closer to the tropics are sedentary. Vagrants have been recorded in North America. The species is predominantly granivorous and forages on the ground.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Streptopelia orientalis |
| Species Codes | ortdov, ORTD, OTDO, RTDO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Oriental Turtle-Dove belong to?
The Oriental Turtle-Dove (Streptopelia orientalis) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Oriental Turtle-Dove?
The Oriental turtle dove or rufous turtle dove is a member of the bird family Columbidae. The species has a wide native distribution range from Central Asia east across Asia to Japan. The populations show variations in the patterning of plumage and have been designated into at least six named subspe...
Where can I report a Oriental Turtle-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Oriental Turtle-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ortdov, or on iNaturalist.
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