Jaw Musculature of the Mourning and White-Winged Doves

Published in the early 1960s, 'Jaw Musculature of the Mourning and White-Winged Doves' by Robert L. Merz is a scientific study focusing on the anatomical features of the jaw musculature in two dove species: the Mourning Dove (Zenaidura macroura) and the White-winged Dove (Zenaida asiatica). The book analyzes the musculature and cranial structures to explore evolutionary relationships, revealing both similarities and differences that may relate to their feeding habits. Merz's findings suggest a potential reclassification of the Mourning Dove within the genus Zenaida based on these anatomical insights.