Mourning Dove

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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 Copyright 1939 National Wildlife Federation, Washington, D.C.: 315 Callawn Ave ADDRESS ONSER an Cranston, 9. R. I CONS OUR NATURAL RESOURCES THANKS FOR INVITATION