The Veery is named for its song — a descending, ethereal, spiraling 'veery-veery-veery' that is one of the most haunting sounds in the eastern forest. It is the warmest-toned of the spotted thrushes, with a tawny back and lightly spotted breast. It prefers moist forest with a thick understory.
Best time to see a Veery
The best time to see a Veery is April–May, when about 66% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 8,441 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
Not certain it is a Veery? What bird is this? walks through what to check first and the lookalikes that catch people out.
Recent Veery sightings near you
Live, research-grade observations from iNaturalist. Allow location to center the map on you.
Spotted a Veery?
Point Huck at any plant, bird, or animal and know for sure - plus a live map of where it is being spotted near you.