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The White-collared Pigeon (Columba albitorques) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.
The species is endemic to the Ethiopian highlands in Eritrea and Ethiopia. It occupies countryside surrounding rocky cliffs and gorges. Also common in town centres.
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Description
32 centimetres long. This large grey-brown pigeon has an obvious white hindcollar contrasting with a dark slate head. In flight it shows prominent white wing patches formed by white inner primary coverts.
Length: 28 - 32 cm
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Female / Male
• Sexes similar, juveniles with pale edges to crown feathers.
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