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Diamond Dove

Original price was: ₨ 1,250.Current price is: ₨ 1,000.

  • Scientific Name: Geopelia cuneata
  • Size: Approximately 23-25 cm (9-10 inches) in length.
  • Color:
    • Body: Predominantly pale gray or white.
    • Pattern: Features a distinctive diamond-shaped pattern on its chest and sides. This pattern is made up of small black or gray spots that create a diamond-like appearance.
    • Wings: Often marked with white spots and a black edge, especially visible in flight.
  • Beak: Slender and suited for feeding on seeds.
  • Legs and Feet: Pinkish.
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Important Keys:

Habitat

  • Distribution: Found throughout northern and eastern Australia.
  • Environment: Prefers open woodlands, grassy plains, and savannahs. It is adaptable to semi-arid regions and urban areas.

Diet

  • Primary Food: Seeds and grains. They may also consume some fruits and small insects.
  • Feeding Behavior: Forages on the ground, pecking at seeds and plant material.

Breeding

  • Nesting: Builds nests in trees or shrubs using twigs and leaves to create a simple, loose platform.
  • Egg Quantity: Typically lays 1-2 eggs per clutch.
  • Incubation Period: About 12-14 days.
  • Fledging: Chicks fledge (leave the nest) around 10-15 days after hatching.

Lifespan

  • In the Wild: Generally around 5-7 years.
  • In Captivity: Can live up to 10 years or more, depending on care and conditions.

Behavior

  • Social Structure: Often seen in pairs or small flocks. The Diamond Dove is gentle and non-aggressive.
  • Vocalization: Produces a soft, cooing sound typical of doves.

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