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#MourningDove

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@Swede1952 @swede1952.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Dove and Stone In the mornings, when I open the back door to let my dog Charlie out, a dozen or more mourning doves (Zenaida macroura) ... 1/3 #photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #doves #mourningdove

"A mourning dove stands quietly in the grass, its small body angled toward you as if it has just paused mid‑step. The bird’s plumage is soft and earthy — warm tan along the chest with a faint pinkish glow, shifting to gentle blue‑gray on the wings. Scattered black spots dot those wings like delicate ink marks. Its long, tapered tail rests lightly behind it, giving the dove that unmistakable streamlined shape.

The dove’s dark eyes are round and glossy, full of that calm, watchful stillness these birds always seem to carry. Just in front of it sits a white stone, smooth and pale against the green grass. The contrast makes the dove appear even more delicate, as though it has wandered up to inspect this quiet landmark in its little world.

The background softens into blurred greens, letting the dove stand forward in crisp detail — a small, peaceful moment captured in the middle of an ordinary patch of yard." - Microsoft Copilot

@Swede1952 @swede1952.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Over-the-Shoulder Dove Mourning doves (Zenaida macroura) stay around all year — at least some of them do. They visit my backyard regularly, .... 1/2 #photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #doves #mourningdove

"A mourning dove perches on a thick, rugged tree branch, its back and soft underside facing the viewer. The sunlight warms the smooth tan and sandy‑brown feathers along its body, revealing gentle shading that runs from its rounded back down to the faint pink blush of its belly. Dark, neat spots mark the folded wings like tiny ink drops, adding texture to the dove’s otherwise velvety plumage.

Although the bird’s body angles away, its head is turned completely around, looking back over its shoulder toward the viewer. This twist gives the dove an alert, almost curious expression. Its dark eye catches a glimmer of light, standing out against the soft, warm tones of its feathers. The small, delicate beak points slightly downward, completing the sense that the bird has paused mid‑moment to acknowledge your presence.

The branch beneath it is deeply grooved and weathered, its bark cracked with age. Above and around the dove, blurred branches frame the scene, while the background opens into a clear blue sky. The overall feeling is one of quiet height and gentle stillness — a peaceful encounter with a bird that seems both relaxed and watchful at the same time." - Microsoft Copilot with edits by the photographer

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