GBBC data tell the story of this rapid spread. It can also be set out on draining tray feeders, a few inches off the ground. Like all birds, Mourning Doves are unable to sweat, so to stay cool during hot weather, they pant just like a dog. They can be shy birds, and a bit harder to attract than other wild birds. Numbers of wild birds may be augmented on occasion by released Ringed Turtle-Doves (see that species). Edward R. Pandolfino, 1328 49th Street, Sacramento, A 95819. erpfromca@aol.com The stunningly rapid expansion of the Eurasian ollared-Dove (Streptopelia decaocto) across North America since it first arrived has been well-documented. The Eurasian collared-dove is larger and chunkier-looking than the familiar mourning dove and about the same size as a rock pigeon. A few Eurasian Collared-Doves were introduced to the Bahamas in the 1970s. I was raised on wild game, and I don't mind some flavor, so I don't do things to change, disguise or hide it. 4. Dove species include mourning doves, rock pigeons, Eurasian collared doves, white winged doves, and band-tailed pigeons. Millet seeds are eaten by most all birds who also enjoy black-oil sunflower seeds, along with blackbirds and House Sparrows. By the 1970’s, a small flock of captive Eurasian-Collared Dove escaped (or were released) from the Bahamas and made their way into Florida. They taste fine. Some homeowners associations may also have restrictions against feeding certain types of doves, particularly urban pigeons, and birders will need to be careful not to create a nuisance feeding area. These are Eurasian birds, about … In the February instalment of our blog series on garden birds, we will be taking a look at the Eurasian collared dove. These birds, also known as collared doves for the black line on the nape of their necks, are moving into our area. White Millet. Put up a bird feeder with a seed mix that has a lot of variety in it. A frequent visitor to many gardens, collared doves are found throughout the UK after the species spread rapidly northwards from the middle east from the 1950s onwards. I like the dark meated birds in general, and the collared doves seem a lot like mourning doves, maybe a bit more flavorful. The wings are broad and slightly rounded. While it can be very enjoyable to attract doves, birders should be aware that large flocks of doves can become bullies and their hearty appetites can quickly drain feeders. Eurasian Collared-Dove. The Eurasian collared-dove is larger and chunkier-looking than the familiar mourning dove and about the same size as a rock pigeon. Overall color is a chalky or grayish tan, with whitish patches at the end of the tail. ... also known as collared doves for the black line on the nape of their necks, are moving into our area. Climate threats facing the Eurasian Collared-Dove. The coloration is a warm, creamy buff shading to near white on the chin, belly, and under tail coverts. The broad tail is squared off at the tip, rather than pointed like a Mourning Dove’s. This may have resulted as some cross breeding with the Eurasian collared dove, Streptopelia decaocto (4).