The Cambridge Dictionary describes the dove as a white or grey bird , often used as a symbol of peace
They are members of the Columbidae family along with pigeons - indeed The common names pigeon and dove are often used interchangeably. In ornithology, "dove" tends to be used for smaller species and "pigeon" for larger ones.
There is an indie rock band from Manchester called Doves but don't worry I'm not going to play them. There was also a Scottish electronic group in the early 90's called One Dove which featured the dulcet tones of Dot Allison. They had a song called White Dove so therefore they make the cut.
That is not the only song called White Dove. There is also a Country song of the same name which has been recorded by a number of artists including Levon Helm.
Still in country mode the next offering is the great Wings of a Dove by the equally great Ferlin Husky.
Finally, it would be churlish in the extreme not to feature When Doves Cry by the late great Prince or as it's known in Scotland When Doos Greet.
More ornithological offerings next Friday
Ferlin Husky - Wings of a Dove
Always good to hear Ferlin Husky. Will you be featuring him in your forthcoming dog breed series?
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DeleteNot sure what's the problem with the Manchester Doves (guess we all just hear these chirps differently and thank goodness for that)
ReplyDeleteSpookily (or just coincidentally depending on your views on happenchance) I was also researching about doves today! Specifically Turtle Doves and Collared Doves. Indie band Hefner have a song Turkle Dove which is what got me going and I learned that doves were referenced in Greek, Roman and Syrian mytholgies long before those bible people got involved. The Prince link though plays the Ferlin Husky track!
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DeleteI'll get that sorted