Mourning Dove

Mourning Dove

The Mourning Dove is a common bird that eats off the ground, picking up seeds in open areas. Named for its sad call, "who-ooo ooo-ooo".

Size: 11 – 13 inches

Nest: saucer nest in tree or on ground

In Marin: year round

Sounds:: "Who-ooo ooo-ooo"

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