Note: Bird migrations and movements can have exceptions due to specific reasons and may change from day to day. Here, I will provide general or generic information on the topic. This information is intended to educate bird enthusiasts by providing fundamental knowledge about Indian birds.
Information of Laughing dove
IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature):
Least Concern
Approximate size(adult):
Length about 26 cm; weight ~120–140 g. Small, slender dove with pinkish-buff body, rufous wings, and characteristic black-spotted neck patch.
Resident/ Migrate from:
Resident across South Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. Populations are largely sedentary with local movements in arid regions.
Migrate to:
Non-migratory; only minor local dispersal occurs depending on food and water availability.
Breeding season:
Typically March to September, peaking during pre-monsoon and monsoon months. Multiple broods possible if conditions are favorable.
Breed in:
Nests are small, flimsy platforms of twigs, usually placed on trees, shrubs, or man-made structures. Clutch size is 2 eggs. Both parents share incubation and feeding duties.
Habitat:
Found in open woodlands, scrublands, farmlands, gardens, and urban areas. Often seen near human habitation and open landscapes.
Diet:
Primarily seeds and grains, occasionally supplemented with small insects. Feeds on the ground, often in pairs or small groups.
