Northern mockingbirds are greatly territorial and usually protect their territories in pairs. When some predators such as other birds try to enter a northern mockingbird’s territory, it makes …

Mockingbirds are found in all parts of Texas, south and central U.S. and Mexico to Oaxaca. Most mockingbirds are year-round residents but some migrate as far south as southern Mexico, the …

Mockingbirds typically repeat one song type several times (see Fig. 2) before switching to another. Songs are presented in "bouts," with each bout consisting of repetitions of only one …

mockingbird Mimus polyglottos FEATURES The northern mockingbird averages nine to 11 inches in length (tail . ip to bill tip in preserved specimen). Its feathers are gray with a white patch on . …

Symbol of the South and state bird of Florida, the Northern Mockingbird is known to most Floridians because of its persistent singing, bold nature, and ability to nest successfully near …

Northern Mockingbirds are well known for aggressively defending their nest territory. Even casual observers have noticed this fierce gray bird attacking and chasing larger birds like hawks and …

Mockingbirds have small heads, a long, thin bill with a hint of a downward curve, and long legs. Their wings are short, rounded, and broad, making the tail seem particularly long in flight.