Turtle dove  (Streptopelia turtur)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Range

The turtle dove is a widespread summer migrant throughout Europe, common in the central and southern European lowlands (2). The UK is the northern edge of its range, where it is found mainly in the south and east. This species spends the winter in sub-Saharan Africa (2).

You can view distribution information for this species at the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.

Habitat

Mainly found in lowland agricultural land with copses, large hedgerows, and orchards near to cereal or weedy fields. Dry sunny habitats are preferred but it can also be found on heathland, and in gardens and parks (2).

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