Gray Catbird Animal Pictures
Dumetella carolinensis
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The gray catbird (Dumetella carolinensis) in the park.
Gray catbirds forages for berries in shrubs and trees and looks for insects on the ground by flipping leaves aside.
Catbird Diving Into Birdbath
Named for its cat-like call, the gray catbird can mimic other birds and animals, like tree frogs. Its voice has a raspy mechanical quality.
Gray Catbird
While this species does not face any imminent threats, it may be susceptible to the future effects of urbanization and climate change.