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reared in the hay-loft of an old stone barn amongst 

 the Westmorland fells. The second illustration 

 represents a much-frequented cliff in Westmorland 

 during the breeding season. The bird is a common 

 breeder in the eastern and midland counties, and 

 many other parts of England and Wales, and has 

 gained a footing in both Scotland and Ireland, 

 according to Mr. Dixon. 



Materials. Twigs, roots, and straws in small 

 quantities, and arranged with very little care or 

 skill. 



Eggs. Two, white, faintly tinged with cream 

 colour. They are smaller than those of the Ring 

 Dove, and the creamy tinge distinguishes them 

 from those of the Rock Dove. Size about 1.45 by 

 1.15 in. 



Time. February to October. 



Remarks. Resident. Notes : coo-oo oo, the 

 last syllable longer than the first. Local and other 

 names : Stock Pigeon, Wood Dove, Wood Pigeon 

 (a name also used for the Ring Dove). Sits closely. 

 Gregarious, as a rule. It may easily be distinguished 

 from the Rock Dove by its lack of a white rump. 



YOUNG STOCK DOVES IN NEST. 



