Скачать или смотреть Laughing Dove (Spilopelia senegalensis) — Field Behavior & Adaptation in Pakistan (2023–2025)

This episode compiles ten verified field records (2023–2025) of the Laughing Dove (Spilopelia senegalensis), a calm and widespread resident of Pakistan’s subtropical landscapes.

Filmed across Islamabad, Haripur, and Chakwal, the footage captures perching, pairing, foraging, and vocal behaviors across multiple habitats — from fruiting trees and rocky ground to urban balconies and electric wires.
🎧 Natural calls are also included, representing soft courtship coos, alert notes, and territorial vocalizations recorded in situ.

Scientific Summary
📍 Regions: Islamabad, Haripur (KPK), Chakwal (Punjab)
🗓️ Period: July 2023 – August 2025
🌳 Habitats: Melia azedarach, Morus alba, Eriobotrya japonica, Carica papaya, Acacia/Dalbergia, concrete channels, rocky slopes, urban balconies
🪶 Behavior: perching, pair bonding, foraging, resting, calling
🎞️ Evidence: Photos + HD video + natural calls

🎞️ YouTube Chapters

0:00 – Introduction | Image of Laughing Dove (Spilopelia senegalensis)
Opening still of the species showing key plumage features.
0:03 – Perching on Dhrek (Melia azedarach) Tree | Alert to Crow Calls
Same dove turns vigilant as nearby crows call — alert posture captured.
0:23 – Pair in Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) Tree | Mutual Comfort Preening
Mated pair sits close, gently preening — pair-bonding behavior.
0:27 – Solitary Dove in Loquat Tree | Resting Phase
Single bird resting within foliage of Eriobotrya japonica.
0:36 – Pair Foraging on Rocky Ground | Breeding-Season Behavior
Pair pecking seeds and insects — cooperative ground foraging.
0:40 – Continuation | Foraging on Rocky Open Ground
Both individuals continue foraging and feeding interaction.
0:49 – Single Dove Under Observation | Pre-Nesting Activity
Initial solitary observation before mate arrival.
0:54 – Pair Appears | Grass Straw in Beak — Nest-Building Evidence 🪹
Partner arrives carrying straw, confirming active breeding behavior.
1:13 – Single Bird on Fruiting Wild Mulberry (Morus alba)
Feeding or resting among ripening mulberry fruits.
1:20 – Perching on Dhrek (Melia azedarach) Tree | Close View
Clear display of neck pattern and coloration.
1:24 – Same Dove on Dhrek Tree | Soft Calls & Chest Hue (Likely Male)
Extended frame with natural cooing and plumage highlight.
2:10 – Hidden Dove Calling | Partially Concealed Behind Branch
Another dove vocalizing while concealed within branches.
2:35 – Call Imitation by Dr. Shah 🎙️ | Dove Reacts and Flies Away
Dove responds to mimic call — experimental behavior note.
2:55 – Pair Perched on Roof | Short Glide for Food Search
Urban-roof interaction and short feeding flight.
3:06 – Close-Up | Body Plumage and Color Detail
Morphological clarity — pinkish breast, spotted neck, red legs.
3:21 – Mirror Encounter 🪞 | Dove Mistakes Reflection for Rival
Attempted strike toward mirror window — reflection response captured.
3:25 – Close View | Upward Flight from Perch
Solo take-off showing underwing contrast and agility.
3:46 – Perched on Electric Wire | Chakwal Record (Punjab Plains)
Solitary dove surveys fields from wire — territorial behavior & range extension.

References

Ali & Ripley (1983); Roberts (1991); BirdLife International (2024); Shah (2025) BiodiversiGrapher® Research Note No. BDG-LD-2025-01.

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