Ever heard the song of the mockingbird? I have a one word description: T-A-L-E-N-T! They mimic other birds' songs and each version is repeated three times. They often sing at night too. Mockingbirds have territories of 1 - 2 acres per couple. They sing to defend a breeding/feeding territory against other birds, cats, and snakes. From head to tail they are 11" and feed on insects, lizards, small snakes, and fruit & berries. They also come to feeders. This bird is found in all states of the continential US except Oregon and Washington. I love hearing their songs...it's a wonderful lullaby I listen to on summer nights when sleeping with the windows open.
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