Mourning Dove (Juvenile)

Juveniles have a 'scaly' appearance due to light-colored edges on their feathers. Adult plumage is generally gray-brown with black spots on the wings and a long, tapered tail with white edges.

Significant seed consumers and an important prey species for various hawks and mammals. They also contribute to seed dispersal.

Least Concern (Population is stable and widespread)

Look for them in open woodlands, suburban gardens, and on telephone wires. They are frequent visitors to ground-level bird feeders containing cracked corn or millet.