High up on the tallest of trees, on the electrical wires or on the ground, the Spotted Dove makes its presence known by its gentle and soothing calls. Last year a pair built a nest on our mango tree but the crows did let them have a moment's peace. The pleasure of having doves nesting on one the few trees in our compound seems to be dim. But not the sight of these pretty birds. These photos were taken in the last couple of days. I found one preening on a cloudy day, one perched on a tree and the last one was foraging on the ground.
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17 comments:
Gorgeous! Love the ruffled feathers!
We have doves that look like this, but I don't think they are the spotted ones. And you have for sure gotten better pictures than me!
It looks like our mourning dove and I think they are very sweet...
What a lovely bird and beautiful colors! Love your photos! Hope your week is going well!
Sylvia
He's a beauty!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
It's a beautiful bird to see...
Great photos of the Spotted Dove. It's common around my place, also.
Lovely shots of the Spotted Dove. I am only use to seeing the Mourning Dove around here. Thanks for sharing your world bird.
Nice dove. I love their cooing sounds.
Handsome bird and fine images ... I love the waking sound!
Beautiful bird. They are quite rare in these parts.
Beautiful looking bird.
A little like our Collared Doves here.
We have plenty of doves in my neighbourhood. But I haven't yet spotted the spotted dove ever. Great close-up shots.
They are beautiful birds!
Lovely shots!
It is no wonder doves became the symbol of peace and a group of crows is called a "murder!"
A pretty little thing with such a variety of spots.
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