There seems to be a problem in North America: too many doves look alike! So the solution? Your very own dove identification chart: Dove Dilemma The half-dozen most common doves in North America have a certain sameness about them--they tend to be grayish-brown with small heads, pointed bills, and pinkish feet. But they do have key distinguishing features that will help you nail the correct ID. Study the keys to identifcation below. You can also learn more about each bird in our online bird guide by clicking on its name. With a little effort you'll solve the dove dilemma! Mourning Dove Christiane Dornbusch, IL Keys to ID: Length: 12 inches Black spots on wings Slender body Long pointed tail Eurasian Collared-Dove Paul & Diane Jamesson, FL Keys to ID: Length: 13 inches Black band on nape of neck Heavier than Mourning Dove Square tail Common Ground Dove Cameron Rognan, Cornell Lab Keys to ID: Length: 6.5 inches Scalloped feathers [...]