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Mourning Dove
Zenaida macroura
29.4922, -99.1296
Field Notes
Description:
Gray, brown, and buff in color with black spots on wings. It has a long pointed tail, and short legs. It has a beautiful greenish circle around the eye.
Habitat:
This bird was found sitting in a tree in my front yard. I see them quite often.
Habitat: North America
Notes:
Fun Facts: 1. The record "crop" for this bird is 17,200 seeds! That's a lot of seeds! 2. Estimated population in the U.S. is 350 million. 3. The oldest recorded life span of this bird is 30 years and 4 months. Sadly this male was a banded bird and was shot in Florida. :(
Ref: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Mourning_Dove/overview
Reference Links:
Mourning Dove | Audubon Field Guide
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedApril 11, 2021
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