They usually arrive in the northern summer breeding grounds by May. White Wing Doves have fairly heavyset bodies, and, of course, white wings. The wing patches are best seen when the White Wing Dove opens its wings; otherwise, they are visible as outlines on folded wings. White Wing Doves' tails are rather short, and have white, rounded corners bordered by a black line. There is a teardrop shaped orbital ring that is pale blue, and a long dark mark is often seen below the eye. The black bill is relatively long. The White Wing Dove is predominantly grayish brown in color. The primary flight feathers and the tail are darker. Many White Wings Doves have a slightly iridescent purple coloring over their necks. By maturity, most measure between 10 and 12 inches (29 centimeters) long.
They usually arrive in the northern summer breeding grounds by May. White Wing Doves have fairly heavyset bodies, and, of course, white wings. The wing patches are best seen when the White Wing Dove opens its wings; otherwise, they are visible as outlines on folded wings. White Wing Doves' tails are rather short, and have white, rounded corners bordered by a black line. There is a teardrop shaped orbital ring that is pale blue, and a long dark mark is often seen below the eye. The black bill is relatively long. The White Wing Dove is predominantly grayish brown in color. The primary flight feathers and the tail are darker. Many White Wings Doves have a slightly iridescent purple coloring over their necks. By maturity, most measure between 10 and 12 inches (29 centimeters) long.