how long do doves sit on eggs

Doves usually sit on their eggs for about two weeks , with some variation by species.

Quick Scoop

• Most doves incubate their eggs for 12–14 days before they hatch.

• A few species are a bit shorter or longer, roughly 10–16 days total.

• Both parents usually take turns sitting on the eggs, so the nest is covered almost constantly.

Typical timing

• Mourning doves: around 14 days of incubation.

• Other common doves (like white‑winged or collared doves): usually in the 10–14 day window.

So if you’re watching a dove nest, expect the parents to sit very steadily on the eggs for about two weeks , trading shifts, until the chicks finally crack their way out. 🕊️

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