Actually, the Eurasian collared dove has been cropping up in Oregon since 1998 or '99 and, according to local Audubon Society records, it first was spotted in Corvallis in 2007. The males pick the nesting site and bring material to the female, who builds the structure. They taste fine. From this beachhead Eurasian Collared-Doves swept across the continent in the 1990s. (200 g). Primaries are dark, contrasting with the lighter-colored inner part of the wing; even at rest, the dark wingtips are noticeable. Eurasian collared doves build the usual type of dove nest in shrubs, on trees, or on building ledges. I was raised on wild game, and I don't mind some flavor, so I don't do things to change, disguise or hide it. Eurasian collared dove on nest. They are quite similar to the Ringed turtle doves, escapees of which may be found in the wild, occasionally. Overall color is a chalky or grayish tan, with whitish patches at the end of the tail. While they, Mike, and others were watching the Eurasian Collared-Dove around 7:30 p.m., Julie Claffey pointed out the White-winged Dove when it started singing nearby. All birds except starling, house sparrow, Eurasian collared-dove, and rock pigeon are protected by federal and/or state laws … By the 1970’s, a small flock of captive Eurasian-Collared Dove escaped (or were released) from … Eurasian collared doves are larger and paler than mourning doves. This dove is pale to sandy gray, with a slight pinkish tinge to the head and breast. Babies are reported to … The area around this Nesting. I like the dark meated birds in general, and the collared doves seem a lot like mourning doves, maybe a bit more flavorful. The first Oregon record occurred on 21 December 1999 at Oregon City, and the first Washington record (not yet reviewed by the Washington Bird Records Committee) was on 2 January 2000 at Spokane (Spokane County). Incubation last between 14 and 18 days. The Eurasian Collared-Dove is a year-round resident of Washington state and North America (Romagso, 2012) A large part of their food source comes from bird feeders, allowing them to stay remain residents even in areas with a colder climate (Romagso, 2012). The Invasive Eurasian Collared-Dove Eurasian Collared-Dove is believed to have originated in Asia, spreading quickly during the early 1900’s through much of Europe. a Eurasian Collared-Dove in the front yard of a farmhouse near the corner of Church and Walker-Lake Ontario Roads. Photo by Julie Cartwright, Cheshire, UK. The female usually lays two cream colored eggs. Eurasian Collared-Dove, Vancouver Island, BC, Photo By Robert Logan. Western Oregon: All cos west of the summit of the Cascades, except Klamath and Hood Rvr cos. White Geese: Snow and Ross’ geese. From no collared doves in the USA in 1980) to a nearly countrywide healthy population of eurasion collared doves in 2017! At first glance, the Eurasian collared-dove looks like a chunky, pale gray mourning dove. The Eurasian Collared-Dove is a medium sized, stocky dove, approximately 12-14 inches long (30-33 cm) with a wingspan of 18-22 inches (45-55 cm) and weighing around 7 oz. The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) — one of the largest citizen science initiatives in the world – annually documents a wide variety of bird population trends.. To my mind, one of the most interesting has been the dramatic spread of the non-native Eurasian collared dove across North America.. Protected Birds.