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Europe
European Turtle Dove
Streptopelia turtur
About this species
A characteristic species of the Columbidae family, the European Turtle Dove occupies forest regions throughout Europe. Its IUCN status is currently Vulnerable.
The European Turtle Dove is part of the order Columbiformes and the Columbidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Vulnerable, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Columbidae family and Columbiformes order.