What is "turtur rubicolus"

Turtledove \Tur"tle*dove`\, n. [See 1ts Turtle.]

1. (Zo["o]l.) Any one of numerous species of pigeons belonging to Turtur and allied genera, native of various parts of the Old World; especially, the common European species ( Turtur vulgaris), which is noted for its plaintive note, affectionate disposition, and devotion to its mate.

   Note: The South African turtledove ( Turtur albiventris), and the ashy turtledove of India ( Turtur rubicolus), are similar to the European species in their habits.

2. (Zo["o]l.) Any one of several species of pigeons more or less resembling the true turtledoves, as the American mourning dove (see under Dove), and the Australian turtledove ( Stictopelia cuneata).

   Note: The turtledove of the Scriptures is probably Turtur risorius, a species which is still plentiful in Egypt and other Eastern countries. It is closely allied to the European turtledove.