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Sacred White Dove .. Java Dove

Streptopelia risoria var.

Description:

The White Dove, Sacred White Dove, or Java Dove is the most historically described dove from Noah through today. We often see it used today as an emblem in peace negotiations. We also commonly see it used in weddings to symbolize love.

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4 Comments

p.young713
p.young713 12 years ago

Beautiful photo!

Christiane
Christiane 12 years ago

Yes.. SusanEllison it is a Dove... and thanks Emma.

Hema  Shah
Hema Shah 12 years ago

Exquisite!

SusanEllison
SusanEllison 12 years ago

looks like a dove

Christiane
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Christiane

Queensland, Australia

Spotted on Jun 25, 2011
Submitted on Jun 29, 2011

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