ring-necked dove

The ring-necked dove, also known as the ringed turtle dove (Streptopelia risoria), is a small, pale dove primarily found in domestication as a cage bird. It is characterized by a black ring around the sides and back of its neck and is believed to originate from Africa.1

While the term "turtledove" commonly refers to Streptopelia turtur, it is also applied to other Streptopelia species, including the ring-necked dove. These birds are known for their slim bodies and fast flight. The ring-necked dove is sometimes considered a domestic variant of S. turtur and may be given species status as S. risoria. The name "turtle" in turtledove comes from the sound of its call, not from any association with reptiles.2