It seems to me the Eurasian Dove has adapted to diving and dodging more so than when I first started shooting them a few years ago.
It's like "HEY YOU NEVER USED TO DO THAT" as they dodge a nano second before I pull the trigger.

You are probably right! Those first guys that lit of black powder at mourners, probably thought they were easy to hit until the birds got wise. Our e doves here are really not seeing any real pressure yet. I'm sure that will change with time! I do think I will have to prevail on one of my AZ friends to arrange a shoot out there! Thanks for your post and thread!