2021 Turtle Dove National Survey - Species Data
Citation
Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (2024). 2021 Turtle Dove National Survey - Species Data. Occurrence dataset https://doi.org/10.15468/99pqyf accessed via GBIF.org on 2025-02-19.Description
A national survey of Turtle doves was conducted in 2021 with the aim of providing a new UK population estimate and a baseline to monitor future trends. This dataset contains species records from the survey. The National Turtle Dove Survey was a partnership project coordinated by the RSPB, RBBP and Kent Ornithological Society, with support from BTO and Natural England. This survey was funded by RSPB and Natural England through the 'Action for Birds in England' partnership.Purpose
Sampling Description
Method steps
- A stratified random sample of one-kilometre squares were surveyed within the core counties for the species. Elsewhere, one-kilometre squares containing recent Turtle Dove records were targeted. The survey used a two-visit territory mapping approach, with observers asked to get within 200 metres of potentially suitable nesting or foraging habitat. Visits were undertaken in the early morning, to coincide with peak Turtle Dove vocal activity, from 11th May to 31st July.
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