Gray Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
Physical Characteristics
Size
8.3-9.4 inches
Wingspan
8.7-11.8 inches
Weight
0.8-2 oz
Plumage
Dark gray overall, black cap, rusty undertail coverts
Distinctive Features
Dark gray overall
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Dense shrubs, thickets, gardens
🍽️ Diet
Insects, fruits
🦅 Behavior
Skulking, cat-like call, mimics other birds, long complex songs
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Migratory
🎵 Sounds
Cat-like 'mew', complex songs
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Gray Catbirds have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 8.3-9.4 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Gray Catbird sound like?
Gray Catbirds make Cat-like 'mew', complex songs. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Gray Catbirds live?
Gray Catbirds inhabit dense shrubs, thickets, gardens. Migratory
What do Gray Catbirds eat?
The diet of Gray Catbirds consists primarily of insects, fruits. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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