The Northern Mockingbird can sing dozens of different songs, often mimicking other birds and even sounds from its environment. Gray above, white below, with white wing patches visible in flight.
Habitat
Suburban neighborhoods, gardens, forest edges, and open areas
Diet
Insects, berries, and small fruits
How common
Common
Best time to see a Northern Mockingbird
The best time to see a Northern Mockingbird is January–June, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 206,702 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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