Collared dove

Description:

Recognised by its rather dainy proportions and sandy-brown plumage with pinkish flush to head and underparts. Shows dark half-collar on nape. Black wingtips and white outer tail feather most noticeable in flight. In display, glides on bowed wings.

Habitat:

Resident, usually associated with human habitation, often in villages but also on farms. Commonest in E Mediterranean and essentially absent from Iberia.