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MOURNING DOVE
1939
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UNITED
STATES
POSTAGE
OVIDA
National Wildlife Federation
Wildlife Postcard Series
MOURNING DOVE
(Zenaidura carolinensis)
Unlike his close relative the Passenger Pigeon, the Mourning Doveris
still present in generous numbers. Slender, graceful and suit of flight
he is noted for his so-called song which really is a long, low, mournful
call. He is aptly named, for that call surely suggests a mood of mixed
sadness and gentleness. His range covers much of Notic America,
wintering mainly from southern Oregon to the Carolinas He is
extremely useful bird feeding largely on weed seeds. He is a migratory
bird, and therefore falls under federal control. Many states have laws,
prohibiting dove-shooting, but in others he is much prized as a game
bird.
SUN
03-4801
Itello Rana, Hore been
in bed for a week but
up now.attack of Pleurich
H. my sister Elizabeth hope
to go to Ellens on the sth.
Hope to see you there.
Consin ablice not good soon
have our fingers crossed
Hope you are well.
Pass. Kana Talleen
NAME
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