Diamond dove, prominent white spots on the wings, a masterpiece sent by the gods to the mortal world

Diamond dove (Geopelia cuneata), 21 - 22 cm long including tail, weigh about 0.2 - 0.24 lb.
Adult males have white spots and black edges on their wings, red eyes and orange eye rings.
The male's head, neck and chest are light gray. The beak is dark gray. The belly is cream-colored, the back and tail are gray-brown. The legs and feet are pink.
Diamond dove lives mainly in areas near water but is arid or semi-arid, they are often seen in Central, Western and Northern Australia.
They are one of Australia's smallest pigeon species.
They are occasionally spotted in South Australia in parks and gardens when central Australia is very dry.
British ornithologist John Latham first described the Diamond dove in 1801.
The common name "diamond" refers to the white spots on their wings.
Females appear smaller than males, have brighter plumage, and have less brown.
Despite their small size, they are able to tolerate high temperatures very well due to adaptations to their body temperature, metabolism, respiration, water balance and behavior.
Diamond doves are often seen on the ground, where they run with a waddling gait. Their flight is strong, straight and sometimes undulating.
Diamond doves often feed in pairs or small groups of 7-10 individuals on the ground.
In nature, basil eats seeds mainly from grass. In captivity they will also eat cereals, corn seeds, wheat seeds, and small beans.
Diamond dove begins its breeding season in spring in South Australia.
The nest is usually built from interwoven grass and tree branches and has a fragile structure.
Each brood of females lays two white eggs that are usually laid and incubated for 12 to 16 days. The chicks have fully developed feathers and can fly close to their nest after two weeks.
Young birds have a light gray bill, light gray iris and eye rings, gray feet and legs, gray throat and belly, and do not have any white spots on the wings.
The diamondback pigeon is not listed as threatened under the Australian Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Victoria, Australia.
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I was looking all over trying to figure out which birds I hear every morning and now I know it's the Diamond dove ! Thanks !💚🐦👍

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Ma femme adore les oiseaux, elle les photographie tout le temps. Nous avons chaque jour beaucoup d'oiseaux différents dans notre jardin. Super vidéo et très💚👍 instructive