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Eggshell thickness in mourning dove populations

January 1, 1971

Eggs (n = 452) of the mourning dove (Zenaidura macroura) were collected from 9 states in 1969 and 11 states in 1970, and shell thickness was compared with that of eggs (n = 97) collected from 24 states during the years 1861 to 1935. Mean shell thickness did not differ significantly in the test groups.

Publication Year 1971
Title Eggshell thickness in mourning dove populations
Authors J.F. Kreitzer
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Journal of Wildlife Management
Index ID 5221239
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Patuxent Wildlife Research Center