Diamond Dove of Australia

Diamond Dove

The dainty little Diamond Dove of Australia is one of our loveliest birds. It is found throughout much of the drier parts of the mainland except for the very driest deserts. Its preferred habitats include grassy woodlands, along watercourses and scrubs.

Although this species has been recorded just a few kilometres from my home, I have not yet recorded it on our property here in Murray Bridge, South Australia. This is about as far south as it is found in our state.

In fact, I cannot recall ever seeing this bird in the natural environment. The bird in the photo was a part of the collection at Adelaide Zoo. This species is a commonly kept bird as a pet in an aviary.

You can read more about Australian birds and see more photos of them on my other site called Trevor's Birding.