There are about 17 species in two genera, although three species of mockingbird from the Galápagos Islands were formerly separated into a third genus, Nesomimus.

Dec 7, 2016 · 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 …

The male Northern Mockingbird sings to defend territory and attract a mate, often leaping a few feet in the air and flapping his wings while singing. The early stage of courtship involves the …

The Northern Mockingbird, a familiar sight and sound across much of North America, is far more than just a pretty face and a talented mimic. This adaptable bird boasts a complex life history, …

Mockingbird, any of several versatile songbirds of the New World family Mimidae (order Passeriformes). The common, or northern, mockingbird (Mimus polyglottos) is well known as a …

Medium-sized songbird with a relatively long tail, small head, and short bill. Gray above and paler whitish below. Note white wingbars and large white patch at the base of the primaries. Found …

There are at least 16 mockingbird species that exist in the world. Although North America is only home to the Northern Mockingbird, there are several different mockingbird species that live …

Known for its impressive and loud vocalizations, the northern mockingbird is an intelligent bird that can mimic the songs of many other birds. Mockingbirds have gray-brown feathering on their …

The Northern Mockingbird, a medium-sized songbird, is dull gray above with paler underparts. The white outer tail feathers of the long tail and white wing patches are visible in flight.

The mockingbird is the state bird of Arkansas, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. They’re commonly found on tall shrubs or tree branches on the edges of forests, in backyards, …