(European) Turtle Dove; Streptopelia turtur
A Turtle Dove in the Sierra the Albucierre Spain in incredible morning light.
The European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) is a long-distance migratory bird that winters south of the Sahara. It breeds across much of Europe, except for the far north. However, the species has been declining rapidly since the mid-20th century due to agricultural intensification, homogenization, and heavy hunting pressure during migration and in wintering areas.
(European) Turtle Dove; Streptopelia turtur
A Turtle Dove in the Sierra the Albucierre Spain in incredible morning light.
The European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) is a long-distance migratory bird that winters south of the Sahara. It breeds across much of Europe, except for the far north. However, the species has been declining rapidly since the mid-20th century due to agricultural intensification, homogenization, and heavy hunting pressure during migration and in wintering areas.