Identification
northern mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos
Caption
Here's a direct comparison between a Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) and a Mocker. The first three notes are the Cardinal, the second three are the Mocker imitating a Cardinal. The Mocker's version is nearly perfect!
- Type
- Sound
Contributors
Douglas Von Gausig (recordist; copyright holder), Naturesongs.com
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