MOURNING DOVE.—Zenaidura macrura. Other names: “Carolina Dove,” “Turtle Dove.”
Range—Whole of temperate North America, south to Panama and the West Indies.
Nest—Rim of twigs sufficient to retain the eggs.
Eggs—Usually two; white.
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WHITE-BREASTED NUTHATCH.—Sitta carolinensis. Other name: “Sapsucker,” improperly called.
Range—Eastern United States and British Provinces.
Nest—Decayed trunk of tree or stub, from two to six feet from ground, composed of chicken feathers, hair, and dry leaves.
Eggs—Five to eight; white with a roseate tinge, speckled with reddish brown and a slight tinge of purple.