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Red Pied Dove
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Red Pied Dove

Original price was: ₨ 12,500.Current price is: ₨ 10,000.

  • Scientific Name: Turtur afer
  • Size: Approximately 22-26 cm (8.5-10.5 inches) in length.
  • Color: Characterized by vibrant reddish or crimson feathers on the neck and chest, contrasted with gray or brown plumage on the rest of the body. The head and upperparts are typically grayish or brownish, while the underparts, including the belly, can be a rich red.
  • Beak: Slender and adapted for feeding on seeds.
  • Legs and Feet: Pinkish or reddish.
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Important Keys:

Habitat

  • Distribution: Native to various parts of Central and West Africa, including countries such as Cameroon, Nigeria, and Ghana.
  • Environment: Prefers open woodlands, forest edges, and areas with dense vegetation. It can also adapt to more open or semi-arid regions.

Diet

  • Primary Food: Seeds, grains, and occasionally fruits.
  • Feeding Behavior: Forages on the ground, using its beak to pick up seeds and small plant material.

Breeding

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

Lifespan

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

Behavior

  • Social Structure: Often seen in pairs or small groups. The Red Pied Dove is generally gentle and not very aggressive.
  • Vocalization: Produces soft, cooing calls typical of doves, used for communication between mates and within flocks.

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