Do you think they’re ready to breed? 🤞 🕊️ European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) #turtledove #dove #columbidae #conservation | OC Aviary

Sound on... Prick up your ears for the gentle purring of Turtle Doves. Spring sees small numbers of Turtle Doves returning to the UK to breed and there is renewed hope for the population, especially in parts of East Anglia. Long the inspiration for many a poet, Operation Turtle Dove request for Turtle Dove sightings to be reported on Birdtrack. Gaining insight into the population will ensure that conservation efforts for this iconic species are well informed and best placed. https://www.bto.org/

Turtle Dove calling at the Mill Inn this evening don't forget to listen with your sound on, wait for the audio bombing Pheasant ! | Scarborough Porpoise