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Silver Pied Dove
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Silver Pied Dove

Original price was: ₨ 37,500.Current price is: ₨ 30,000.

  • Scientific Name: Turtur chalcospilos
  • Size: About 22-25 cm (8.5-10 inches) in length.
  • Color: The Silver Pied Dove is known for its striking appearance with a combination of silver-gray and white plumage. It has a distinctive contrast between the darker back and lighter underparts, and often has a pale gray or white belly with a silver sheen.
  • Beak: Slender and adapted for feeding on seeds.
  • Legs and Feet: Typically pinkish.
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Important Keys:

Habitat

  • Distribution: Native to central and eastern Africa, including countries like Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
  • Environment: Prefers forest edges, open woodlands, and areas with dense vegetation. It can also be found in gardens and parklands within its range.

Diet

  • Primary Food: Seeds, grains, and occasionally fruits.
  • Feeding Behavior: Forages on the ground, pecking at seeds and small plant materials.

Breeding

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

Lifespan

  • In the Wild: Around 5-7 years, though exact lifespan can vary.
  • In Captivity: Can live longer, up to 10 years or more, depending on care and living conditions.

Behavior

  • Social Structure: Often seen in pairs or small groups. They are generally gentle and not very aggressive.
  • Vocalization: Produces a soft, cooing call characteristic of doves.

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