The official State Bird of Texas! A master vocal mimic capable of imitating dozens of bird songs, insect sounds, and car alarms from high perches.
Field Identification: Overall grey body, pale chest, long tail, yellow iris, and large white wing patches flashing prominently in flight.
Texas & Hill Country Notes: Texas designated the Northern Mockingbird as its State Bird in 1927, praising its fierce protection of home and hearth. Unmarried male mockingbirds sing continuously through moonlight nights in spring searching for a mate.
