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Mourning Dove

Zenaida macroura

Description:

Mourning doves are known for their mournfull calls. Cock birds are brighter in color than hens, with a pinkish suffusion to the brown feathering on the breast. Pairs will nest in a bush or tree, and are likely to rear several broods in succession. They often search for food on the ground and vidit bird tables. The spotted patterning on the wingscan differ from one individual to another.

Habitat:

brushland, suburbs

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Mourning dove
Zenaida macroura


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2 Comments

Jackie Porcello
Jackie Porcello 10 years ago

Great. Thanks for your help mauna kunzah

mauna Kunzah
mauna Kunzah 10 years ago

Jackie, you're right.

Jackie Porcello
Spotted by
Jackie Porcello

California, USA

Spotted on May 21, 2013
Submitted on Jun 1, 2013

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