Mourning doves have black spots on their wings and tail with long pointed wings almost falcon like in appearance. Their name comes from its mournful cooing.
June 21, 2018
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Eurasian or mourning dove? Similar but different
I always like to step on my deck or into the backyard in the morning with a hot steaming cup of coffee, or toward evening to hear the call of doves. Their call is distinct — it is a unique sound in the bird world.