Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura)

 

                                                                         Photos by BarrytheBirder

The Mourning Dove is the most widespread and native dove in North America, with an estimated 350 to 400 million birds in existence.  Mostly found in open woodlands, many upland habitats, urban and suburban areas, and especially at backyard feeders.  

Its long, pointed white-edged tail is distinctive in flight, while its wings produce a fluttering whistle on take-off.

They usually feed on the ground, primarily on seeds.

They breed from across Canada and south throughout the entire United States.

In warm climates, a pair may produce up to six broods a year!

The Mourning Dove voice produces a slow, mournful cooing, 'cooowaah, cooo, coo, coooo'.

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