RE: Feathered Friends - Show Me A Photo Contest Round 165

Good question about the doves' name, here is what I found.

Their name, Mourning Doves, comes from one of their coo-ing calls. Those who heard the call often found it sad or mournful. This call is generally referred to as the “perch coo”, a song sung by an unmated male on a perch. These birds have other well-known nicknames, such as “turtle doves”, or “rain doves”.

Thanks for the well wishes for my beautiful bride and mom of 4, I'll pass your greetings on to Robin.