In this episode of Dirty Bird Podcast, John explains nearly everything there is to know about the Mourning Dove. He’s also joined by the bird of First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach, Virginia who chime in while John records in this swampy woodland. Although these birds are very common (and actually the most populous bird in North America) they have many little known facts. Learn about surprising dove relatives as John explains their evolutionary history, find out how Mourning Doves and Cows share a common breeding strategy, and learn about the dazzling secret hidden in male Mourning dove plumage. With plenty of dumb jokes sprinkled in between, this episode is sure to keep you smiling while you learn. Check it out and tell a friend!..This episode was first suggested by Emily, thank you! If you have a bird you want John to do an in depth episode on, write him an email at dirtybirdpodcast@gmail.com or on Instagram @dirtybirdpodcast..Big thanks to Jay Pogo for the cover art for this episode ..Also, remember to write a review on Apple Podcast! Write to John to receive some free Dirty Bird Stickers!..Intro music by Ricky Pistone, outro music by the Sidewalk Slammers. Check them out wherever you get your music. Be sure to watch the Dirty Bird Music video on youtube! ..Bird sounds are from Xeno-Canto.orgLoon call by Davyd Betchkal Great Horned Owl by Christopher McPherson Coo 1 by Manuel Grosselet Coo 2 by Christopher McPherson Dove Coo 3 by Bruce Lagerquist Coo 4 (female) by paul marvinWing Whistle 1 by David Darrell-LambertWing Whistle 2 by Phoenix BirderWing Whistle 3 by Thomas Magarian