Rare Turtle Dove Sighted in Massachusetts

The sighting of a rare turtle dove in Massachusetts has birders and conservationists excited. The species, usually found in warmer climates, was spotted by a birder in Franklin County on November 10th. This is only the second confirmed sighting of a turtle dove in Massachusetts in the last twenty years.

The turtle dove is a beautiful bird with pale blue plumage and a reddish breast. It is about the size of a mourning dove and can be easily mistaken for that more common species. The biggest difference between the two birds is the distinctive "turtle" sound that the turtle dove makes.

The appearance of a turtle dove in Massachusetts is good news for the state's bird population. The species has declined dramatically in North America in recent decades due to habitat loss and hunting. Hopefully, this sighting is an indication that the turtle dove is beginning to make a comeback.

Anyone who sees a turtle dove should report it to Mass Audubon's Rare Bird Alert hotline at (617) 356-2473.

Miracle Turtle Dove Found in Utah

In a miracle discovery earlier this week, a turtle dove was found alive and well in Utah – a location where the bird is not typically known to reside.

The dove was discovered by local resident Keith Perkins, who was out for a morning walk when he noticed the bird perched atop a telephone pole. Perkins described the moment as "a blessing", noting that he had never seen a turtle dove in the area before.

According to experts, the dove is likely an escaped pet or member of a migrating flock. While it is unclear how the bird ended up in Utah, officials say that it is likely to find its way back home soon.

Until then, residents in the area can enjoy watching this rare sight in their backyard!

Crowds Flock to Georgia Park to See Rare Turtle Dove

A Georgia park filled with nature lovers and bird watchers on Monday to catch a glimpse of a rare turtle dove. The beautiful dove, which is normally found in Europe and Asia, was seen by dozens of people at the Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell.

"It's very unusual to see one here," said center director Kim Kurchey. "We've had maybe three or four sightings in the past 10 years."

The dove was first spotted by a park volunteer on Sunday and word quickly spread on social media. By Monday, the parking lot was full of cars and people were being turned away.

"I'm so excited," said Anna Whitmire, who traveled from Sandy Springs with her daughter to see the bird. "I've never seen one before."

The turtle dove is 14 inches long with a wingspan of about 21 inches. It has a dark gray head and neck, pale gray back, white Underparts and black spots on its wings.

Arkansas Family Discovers Wandering Turtle Dove on Farm

The Rice family of Arkansas were surprised when they discovered a lone turtle dove on their farm. The bird was obviously lost, and the Rice family decided to do what they could to help the dove find its way home.

The dove was exhausted and hungry, so the Riches fed it some seed and water. The dove seemed happy to be safe and warm, but it didn't seem like it knew where to go next.

The Riches put up flyers in the neighborhood asking if anyone recognized the dove. They also put out a notification on social media in case anyone happened to know where the bird's home was.

Days went by and the dove didn't leave. The Riches began to worry that the bird would never find its way back home. But then, one day, they received a message from a woman who had seen their flyers. She told them that she recognized the bird as her pet turtle dove that had gone missing a few weeks earlier!

The Riches were overjoyed to have their beloved bird back safe and sound. They were amazed that the dove had traveled so far from home - and they were grateful that their kind-heartedness had helped reunite the family of birds.

Florida Man Captures Stunning Photo of a Turtle Dove

It's not often that you get to see a turtle dove, and even less often that you can snap a picture of one. But for Florida Man, it was just another day in the life.

This past weekend, Florida Man was out for a walk when he spotted a turtle dove perched atop a nearby tree. Without thinking twice, he quickly pulled out his phone and snapped a stunning photo of the bird.

"It was so beautiful," Florida Man said of the experience. "I couldn't believe I was actually seeing a turtle dove in the wild. I'm just glad I had my phone with me so that I could capture the moment."

Since posting the photo to social media, it has received rave reviews from friends and family alike. Many have commented on how lucky Florida Man is to have seen such a rare bird up close.

If you're looking to see a turtle dove for yourself, your best bet is to head down to Florida Man's neck of the woods. The birds are known to inhabit open areas with plenty of trees for perching.