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European Turtle Dove

Streptopelia turtur

Critically Endangered

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European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) is classified as Critically Endangered (CR) on the IUCN Red List. Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild due to severe population decline and habitat loss.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)

Species

Streptopelia turtur (European Turtle Dove)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コキジバト

Chinese 欧斑鸠

Spanish Tórtola europea

French Tourterelle des bois

German Turteltaube

Portuguese rola-brava

Russian Горлица

Arabic القمري, اليمام القمري

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Adamawa Turtle Dove

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African Collared Dove

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Eurasian Collared Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

Near Threatened

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Island Collared Dove

Streptopelia bitorquata

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Mourning Collared Dove

Streptopelia decipiens

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Oriental Turtle Dove

Streptopelia orientalis

Not Evaluated

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Red-eyed Dove

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Turtle Dove?

The scientific name of European Turtle Dove is Streptopelia turtur. It belongs to the genus Streptopelia.

What is the conservation status of European Turtle Dove?

European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European Turtle Dove live?

European Turtle Dove is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does European Turtle Dove belong to?

European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) belongs to the genus Streptopelia, which is part of the taxonomic family Columbidae.

Is European Turtle Dove endangered?

Yes, European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does European Turtle Dove belong to?

European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of European Turtle Dove?

The closest relatives of European Turtle Dove in the genus Streptopelia include Adamawa Turtle Dove, African Collared Dove, Dusky Turtle Dove, Eurasian Collared Dove, Island Collared Dove.