General Description

Body and wing mottled light brown, head and underparts pink-brown. Back of neck black with small white spots. Young birds lack the dark patch on the neck. Adult body up to 32 cm long.

Biology

Spotted Turtle-doves are usually found in pairs or in small groups. They mainly feed on seeds and fruits, but occasionally eat insects.

Distribution

Coastal eastern and southeastern mainland Australia and Tasmania. South-western WA.

Habitat

Urban parks and gardens, and surrounding grasslands.

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