Mourning Dove Carrying Pine Needles for Nest Building
A Mourning Dove carries pine needles through my Arkansas yard as it gathers nest material, a simple sign that nesting season is underway.
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Mourning Dove Iridescent Color in My Arkansas Yard
Mourning Dove iridescent color stands out in these Arkansas yard photos, with soft pink shimmer and close detail from my deck.
Mourning Dove Fledgling Resting in the Grass
Mourning Dove fledgling resting in my Arkansas yard after a light rain, blending into the grass with its juvenile plumage.
Backyard Bird Visitors After Arkansas Snow
Snow in Arkansas brought Brown Thrashers, Mockingbirds, Cowbirds, Mourning Doves, and Pine Warblers to my yard. Winter birdwatching!
The Daily Visits of Mourning Doves in My Arkansas Yard
Observing Mourning Doves in my Arkansas yard as they forage among pine needles and visit the birdbath, bringing a calm and gentle presence every day
The Fascinating World of Mourning Dove Fledglings
Discover the hidden world of Mourning Dove fledglings: rapid growth, devoted parental care, and remarkable adaptability in this backyard bird species.
A Day with Bluebirds, Robins, and Turtles
I photograph Eastern Bluebirds feeding their chicks while robins build nests and turtles wander through my Arkansas backyard.
Watching Young Mourning Doves on the Gravel Road
I photographed young mourning doves resting on a gravel road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and observed their calm behavior.