The Spotted Doves (Spilopelia chinensis formerly Streptopelia) - also known as Spotted Turtle Doves - are native to the tropical southern Asia.
These doves occur naturally throughout Southeast Asia
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These doves occur naturally throughout Southeast Asia.
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Introduced populations have also established themselves in the United States (Hawaii and Los Angeles area, Southern California), northern Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand.
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In Australia, they are found around the major towns and cities in southern and eastern Australia; specifically from Hobart, Tasmania north to Cooktown, Queensland south to Port Lincoln, South Australia.
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They can also be seen in Perth, Pemberton, Kalgoorlie and Esperance, in Western Australia
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Their habitats are open woodland and agricultural areas; and they have also adopted well to urban areas, and are common in streets, gardens and parks.
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They generally don't venture into deep forests
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Even though these birds are mostly sedentary, young birds may disperse to find suitable home territories.
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They are usually seen alone or in pairs, in particular during the breeding season.
