Abstract:

Vocalizations and breeding habits of White-tipped Doves Leptotila verreauxi were studied in a site in Buenos Aires Province. Two adult calls and nestling vocalizations are recognized and depicted in sonograms. The breeding season spans at least 162 days, shorter than in other local pigeons and doves. Nest sites included deserted buildings. Second eggs in c1utches in which the laying order was known were heavier and darker. The laying interval was between 24 and 36 h., the incubation period 14 days, and the nestling period up to 17 days. A banded pair reared 3 successful broods in one season. Nesting success was 50% for nests in buildings, and 23% in other sites. F1edglings have grey orbital skins and ferrugineous edges in the wing feathers.