noun
Eurasian collared dove; collared dove
A species of dove (Streptopelia decaocto) found in parts of Eurasia; in Japan, it is known as a naturalized species in some areas.
公園でシラコバトを見かけた。
I saw a collared dove in the park.
シラコバトは首の周りの黒い輪が特徴だ。
The collared dove is characterized by the black ring around its neck.
The Japanese name シラコバト (shirakobato) literally means 'white child dove', likely referring to its pale coloration. The exact origin of the name is uncertain.