Nesting Dove

[Ric Grupe]

In the Spruce bush in front of my house.

http://rickay.smugmug.com/photos/279586819_rZq2b-XL.jpg

What she was keeping warm.

http://rickay.smugmug.com/photos/279587860_AeMTX-XL.jpg

Now...I AM going to leave her alone and wait for a shot of the youngsters...if the cat next door allows it.:D

[summerz]

AWE such a pretty Bird.:lust Hope the family does well.:thumb
We had a Mourning Dove in our house for like 12 years. Poor thing got hit by a car and lost a wing...they are one of the sweetest Birds. :lust

P.S. We live on a Fish and Wildlife station so yes it was ok.
As a rule you need a permit to keep wildlife.
just don't want to be misunderstood...that's all.:D

[dbaker1221]

:eat kinda looks like breakfast Ric:D

[Giphsub]

Nice one Ric! I really love these gentle birds.

[riddim_maker]

Hey, wait a minute! Those look like 'free range grade A chicken eggs' :huh ...
Just kiddin' :D
I must have missed this one.
I have lots of doves in my backyard, but I've never seen them on eggs.
Great capture Ric:thumb and thanks for sharing

[jsmiley]

Nice pic Ric! Come to think of it, I have never seen a nesting Dove..:thumb

[bfjr]

Nice crispness and detail in your work :thumb

[Harryb]

Good shots and I would like my egg sunny-side up please. :eat

[raptorcaptor]

Nice set Ric! Almost time for a Dgrin breakfast! :D

[Maestro]

Nice shot. I like the surrounding vegetation. I've never caught one actually sitting on eggs either. Good find.

[Ric Grupe]

...for the replies. :clap

Comments are always appreciated. :D