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Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis) introduced species, adult, foraging on ground, Cairns, Queensland, Australia
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Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis) introduced species, adult, foraging on ground, Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis) introduced species, adult, foraging on ground, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, September
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Media ID 10082880
© FLPA/Gianpiero Ferrari
Alien Aliens Australasia Australasian Australia Australian Cairns Columbidae Dove Doves Foraging Ground Introduced Introduction Introductions Pigeon Pigeons Queensland Species Spot Necked Streptopelia
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Caught in the Act - The Spotted Dove's Tropical Takeover!
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. In this snapshot, we witness a mischievous Spotted Dove on its quest for culinary delights. With an air of confidence and a neck adorned with beautiful spots, this exotic avian invader has made itself right at home in Cairns, Queensland. Hailing from Asia, this adult dove seems to have embraced its newfound Australian lifestyle with gusto. Foraging on the ground like a seasoned local, it fearlessly explores the bountiful offerings of nature's pantry. Its presence is both fascinating and slightly alien to the native wildlife that call Australia their home. With its striking appearance and tropical flair, this feathered intruder stands out amidst the backdrop of lush greenery. It serves as a reminder that our world is full of surprises and unexpected encounters – even in our own backyards! As FLPA photographer Gianpiero Ferrari captures this momentous occasion, we can't help but marvel at how effortlessly nature adapts and thrives across continents. So next time you spot one of these spotted doves during your visit to Cairns or anywhere else in Australia's tropics, take a moment to appreciate their audacious introduction into foreign lands – they're truly birds of another feather!
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