The European turtle dove (Streptopelia turtur) is a threatened or vulnerable member of the bird family Columbidae, the doves and pigeons. It breeds over a wide area of the south western …

The Turtle Dove, a name evoking gentle cooing and peaceful countryside scenes, is a bird steeped in natural history and cultural significance. Belonging to the pigeon and dove family …

turtledove, (Streptopelia turtur), European and North African bird of the pigeon family, Columbidae (order Columbiformes), that is the namesake of its genus. The turtledove is 28 cm (11 inches) …

Medium-sized dove with spotted wings, a distinctive striped neck patch and a bold white tip to the rounded tail. Found in wooded and semiopen habitats, especially farmland and heath with …

European Turtle-doves breed across much of Europe and western Asia, favouring open woodlands, forest edges, and farmland with hedgerows. They require a mosaic of habitats, …

Turtle Doves have been used as a symbol of love and devotion throughout history. Despite being most famous for their mention in the ‘12 Days of Christmas’ carol, these birds are a summer …

Jun 12, 2024 · Turtle-doves, along with the rest of the pigeon and dove family, are among the rare bird species that can suck up liquid through their beaks like a straw, instead of tilting their …

Jul 8, 2025 · The European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) has long been a symbol of peace and love, often celebrated in art, literature, and culture. With its distinctive soft purring song and …

A farmland bird, breeding in mature hedgerows and dense thickets, the Turtle Dove has shown a rapid and steep decline in its numbers and a contraction in its UK breeding range.

Turtle Doves were once the UK’s fastest declining bird species and are listed as vulnerable on a global scale. Turtle Doves are a vibrant, dainty species of dove (weighing in at around 140 …