Asian Spotted Dove

I spotted this dove landing on the bird feeder while eating my breakfast this morning. I rushed to grab the 300mm lens which happened to be on Paladian's camera. Good thing that I did, as it only stayed for about a minute before deciding I was too close for comfort!

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The Asian Spotted Dove (Streptopelia chinensis) commonly called just the Spotted Dove is native to eastern Asia. It was introduced into Australia in the mid-1800s and early 1900s and quickly became established.

It is now a common sight throughout eastern Australia, and around the major towns and cities in southern and south-western Australia.
This dove is common where ever there are people and can easily be seen in most parks, gardens and in many farm areas as well.