Steve Ting Nature Photography

Considered a pest by many the Eurasian Collared-dove was introduced to North American in the Mid 1970′s. It has quickly spread across the continent, and is now present year round in many areas. Until this year I rarely saw this species in Washoe Valley, though this year I have at least a dozen coming into the yard to feed on the seed I put out for the Quail.

It is unknown at this time if this species will cause any harm to the present ecosystem. Below is a photo of one of the birds that has been coming into the yard. For a larger photo please visit this phlog