Old Photos: Mourning Dove

by Xerraire · 10/8/2006

Mourning Dove

Zenaida macroura

Both parents feed young “pigeon milk.” Young leave nest at about 15 days, usually wait nearby to be fed for next 1-2 weeks. One pair may raise as many as 5-6 broods per year in southern areas.

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