The Eurasian Collared Dove is very common throughout the mid and southern United States. It is lighter in color than the Mourning Dove who it closely resembles. It has a distinctive black crescent-shaped collar on its neck. It also has a red iris which is different from the Mourning Dove. It can also be as much as three inches longer than its counterpart.
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These images were shot in Little Rock, Arkansas. It wasn't until today that I identified them. At first I mistook them for the Mourning Dove but realized that there were a number of differences. I think I will be able to differentiate them easily in the future. This shot was taken in the so-called Golden Hour in the morning. It really adds to the richness of the color.
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