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The Complete Mourning Dove Handbook is a clear, engaging guide to one of North America's most familiar and misunderstood birds. Known for its soft, haunting call and gentle presence in backyards and fields, the mourning dove has a story that goes far beyond what most people notice at a glance. This handbook brings together the biology, behavior, breeding cycle, habitat needs, feeding ecology, and cultural meaning of the species in one easy-to-read reference. You will learn how mourning doves are built for fast, direct flight and long-distance movement, how they communicate through calls and body language, and why their daily routines often look calm even when they are constantly alert. The breeding chapters walk through courtship, nesting choices, egg laying, and chick development, helping you understand what is happening when you spot a nest in a tree, on a ledge, or close to human spaces. You will also explore where mourning doves thrive, how seasons affect their distribution, and what their feeding habits reveal about their role in local ecosystems. Beyond natural history, the book also highlights mourning doves in human culture, from symbolism and folklore to their place in art, tradition, and modern birdwatching. Whether you are a curious beginner, a backyard birder, or someone who wants a deeper understanding of a species you see every day, The Complete Mourning Dove Handbook gives you a solid, enjoyable roadmap to appreciating mourning doves with smarter eyes.

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