Malagasy Turtle-Dove

Nesoenas picturatus

Least Concern

The Malagasy Turtle-Dove is a dove of Madagascar and nearby western Indian Ocean islands. It feeds mainly on seeds, fruit, and shoots in woodland, scrub, gardens, savanna, islands, or open country, often giving soft cooing calls and making fast direct flights between feeding and roosting sites.

Family

Columbidae

Group

Pigeons and Doves

Range

Malagasy Turtle-Dove Range — Resident or seasonal range in Madagascar and nearby western Indian Ocean islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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