Streptopelia is a genus of birds in the dove family. These are mainly slim, small to medium-sized species. The upperparts tend to be pale brown, and the underparts are often a shade of pink. Many have a characteristic black-and-white patch on the neck, and monotonous cooing songs.
The Eurasian Collared Dove, Streptopelia decaocto, has also been introduced into the United States and as of 1999 it had been reported from 22 states and was still spreading rapidly.
The Spotted Dove, Streptopelia chinensis, has also been introduced to the United States.
