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Meanings
1
mountain-dwelling dove
General term for doves that live in mountainous areas; not a specific species.
The cooing of a mountain dove echoed through the valley.
2
Oriental turtle dove; rufous turtle dove
Specifically refers to the species Streptopelia orientalis (キジバト).
See also: キジバト
The Oriental turtle dove is also called yamabato.
3
white-bellied green pigeon
Specifically refers to the species Treron sieboldii (アオバト).
See also: アオバト
The white-bellied green pigeon is sometimes considered a type of yamabato.