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Mourning Dove


Mourning Dove
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Copyright: Eugene Fedorov (Islander_) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 85 W: 0 N: 202] (1451)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-12-30
Categories: Birds
Camera: Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D, Tamron SP 300mm f/2.8 LD IF + TC 1.4x MF
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/160 seconds
Details: Tripod: Yes
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Birds of Canada (chapter two), Doves and Pigeons, Tamron SP 300/2.8 LD IF [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-02-08 18:32
Viewed: 559
Points: 16
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura) is a member of the dove family Columbidae. The bird is also called the American Mourning Dove, and formerly was known as the Carolina Pigeon or Carolina Turtledove. It ranges from Central America to southern Canada, including offshore islands. Many individuals in northern areas migrate south to spend winter within the breeding range where January temperatures are above −12° Celsius (10°F).

Habitats include various open and semi-open environments, including agricultural and urban areas. The species has adapted well to areas altered by humans. The bird is abundant, with an estimated population of 130 million birds. In many areas, the Mourning Dove is hunted as a game bird for both sport and its meat. Its plaintive woo-oo-oo-oo call is common throughout its range, as is the whistling of its wings as it takes flight. The species is a strong flier, capable of speeds up to 88 km/h (55 mph).

Mourning Doves are light grey and brown and generally muted in color. Males and females are similar in appearance. The species is generally monogamous, with two squabs (young) per brood. Both parents care for the young for a time. The species is a prolific breeder, and pairs will often have several broods per year. In warm areas, one pair may have up to six broods a year. Mourning Doves eat mainly seeds, including those of both native and introduced plants.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mourning_Dove
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A very nice combination of snow and dove...and the blue colour of the snow is correct. Many think it not, but science tells us different, Your image is somewhat thought provoking..I appreciate it as that and also as a quality image. Well done! the Tamron is not the best lens in the world but you could sell them with your good eye!
Bob

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  • pvs Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1159 W: 255 N: 2639] (11925)
  • [2008-02-09 0:06]

Hi Eugene,

A nice capture in the snow,well exposed with good colors,a pity that the tail is slightly cut of anyway a nice presentation,tfs and have a nice weekend

Paul

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  • Luis52 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1026 W: 5 N: 2888] (10447)
  • [2008-02-09 6:58]

Hola Eugene.
Muy bella la foto de esta Paloma. La pose en la nieve le da unos colores suaves y finos.
Exelente foto Eugene.
Saludos
Luis52.

bonjour Eugene

très belle photographie de cette tourterelle trise
avec cette excellente netteté et les détails de son plumage,
également excellente travail du caméra pour obtenir
des couleurs naturelles de la tourterelle et aussi de la neige,
excellente luminosité de ton image et j'aime ce cacth-light à l'oeil

TFS

Asbed

Salut Eugene,
Je peux apprécier les photos techniquement bien réussies et celle-ci en fait définitivement partie. Bien que ce ne soit pas mes oiseaux favoris, ce sont tout de même de belles créatures et c'est une excellente photo! Merci!
Claudine

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  • Ena Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 359 W: 61 N: 570] (2343)
  • [2008-02-10 2:41]

Hello Eugene,
Nice shot!
Good details and beutiful compo with the bird on the snow!
TFS
Ena

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  • EOSF1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1427 W: 128 N: 5252] (23221)
  • [2008-02-10 3:32]

Bonjour Eugène, la tourterelle est bien nette et l'exposition parfaite par contre le cadrage est un peu serré et les petites graines dans la neige ne sont pas très esthétiques. Bien vu,

Mario

Hallo Eugene
I often wonder if I see animals or birds sitting in the snow like this Mourning dove if they aren't cold. I guess that is how nature is. Wonderful close up on this Mourning Dove. I appreciate the plumage detail. I like the way the bird is looking at the camera. It has a shy look to it. A well presented and nice winter picture. Thanks for sharing.
Kind regards
Anna

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