Based on 3,948 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Wisconsin, Mourning Dove is most often recorded in April; in Wisconsin it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #12 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Mourning Dove in Wisconsin by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Wisconsin in April
American Robin
Canada Goose
Red-winged Blackbird
Mallard
Northern Cardinal
Wild Turkey
Sandhill Crane
Song Sparrow
Places to look in Wisconsin
State ParkAztalan State Park
State ParkWyalusing State Park
National ForestChequamegon–Nicolet National Forest
State ParkMerrick State Park
State ParkPerrot State Park
State ParkLake Kegonsa State Park
FAQ
When does Mourning Dove appear in Wisconsin?
Mainly March–September, with the most records in April.
How common is Mourning Dove in Wisconsin?
It ranks #12 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Wisconsin (3,948 records in our sample).