Sounds of the Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

Shortcut: Imitations of other birds, each repeated three or more times.

Song: The song is a long-continued stream of loud phrases, many being imitations of other birds' songs and calls along with the sounds of squeaky gates, machinery, barking dogs, and humans whistling. Each song phrase is repeated three or more times before changing to the next. Males sing in Spring, and both sexes sing in Fall, although female song is usually quieter. Mockingbirds often sing at night.

Call: Common calls include a raspy chjjjj and a harsh chewk.