Knowra Eared dove Eared dove The eared dove (Zenaida auriculata) is a South American dove marked by a dark patch behind each eye. Its repeated, mournful coo is a characteristic call.
Zenaida : A genus of New World doves that includes the eared dove and mourning dove. The eared dove is one of the genus’s widely distributed species.
Columbid crop damage : Agricultural losses caused by pigeons and doves feeding on cultivated plants and seeds. Large eared dove flocks can consume crops, especially grain and oilseed crops.
Eared dove in Argentina : The eared dove population and its ecological and agricultural roles in Argentina. Argentina has experienced conspicuous increases in eared dove abundance and crop-feeding flocks.
Birdsong : Vocal sounds produced by birds, often used in communication and territorial behavior. The dove’s coo is a recognizable call rather than the complex song typical of many songbirds.
Columbidae : The bird family containing pigeons and doves. This family places the eared dove among pigeons and doves worldwide.
Flocking behavior : Coordinated movement and grouping among animals, including birds. Eared doves often gather in large flocks when feeding or roosting.
Eared dove in Brazil : The eared dove’s distribution, behavior, and interactions with people in Brazil. Brazil’s varied habitats and agricultural regions support large populations.
Animal communication : The transmission of information between animals through signals such as sounds, displays, or chemicals. Its repeated coo communicates between individuals, especially during breeding.
Mourning dove : A North American dove, Zenaida macroura, known for its mournful coo. It is a close relative with a similar call, but a different range and appearance.
Urban ecology : The study of ecological relationships in cities and other built environments. Eared doves readily occupy towns and cities across their range.
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