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Birdsong field guide

Burmese Collared-Dove

Streptopelia xanthocycla

A medium-sized, pale-grey dove endemic to Myanmar, recently recognized as a distinct species from the Eurasian Collared-Dove.

What it sounds like

A rhythmic, trisyllabic cooing, 'koo-kooo-kook', which is typically higher in pitch and faster than the Eurasian Collared-Dove.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Greg Irving · MyanmarCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

It is primarily distinguished from the Eurasian Collared-Dove by a thick, bright yellow fleshy eye-ring.
The species was elevated from subspecies to full species status based on distinct morphological and vocal differences.
Its plumage is generally darker and more vinaceous-tinted than its widespread Eurasian relative.
The Burmese Collared-Dove is an endemic species restricted to the central dry zone of Myanmar.
Unlike many forest-dwelling doves, this species is well-adapted to human-modified landscapes and agricultural edges.

Habitat

Dry open scrub, agricultural fields, and rural village gardens.

Range

Central Myanmar.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Adamawa Turtle-DoveStreptopelia hypopyrrha African Collared-DoveStreptopelia roseogrisea Dusky Turtle-DoveStreptopelia lugens Eurasian Collared-DoveStreptopelia decaocto European Turtle-DoveStreptopelia turtur Mourning Collared-DoveStreptopelia decipiens Oriental Turtle-DoveStreptopelia orientalis Philippine Collared-DoveStreptopelia dusumieri

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