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Mockingbirds ("mocking" birds) mimic the songs of other birds.

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Birds such as nightingales and mockingbirds imitate other birds' songs in their environment Is this behavior an instinct or learned Explain?

Although a noted songster, possessing a sweet song, even during the night, the nightingale does not imitate other birds songs. The mockingbird does, however, and even cell phone rings and other human made sounds. The mockingbird can imitate up to 80 other birds songs, and this appears to be an instinctive behavior.


Where did the catbird get its name?

Most books I've consulted (seeking an answer to the same question) say that the call which sounds like a cat mewing is responsible for the name. However, I've also observed that when a cat is around, the catbird will perch above the cat and call repeatedly and loudly (mew, mew, mew). Often other catbirds will answer with the same call.


When birds cannot interbreed because they have different mating songs they are characterized by which isolation?

Behavioral Isolation


What bird sings at night?

The northern mockingbird is known for its ability to sing at night, mimicking other birds and sounds in its environment. Other birds that may sing at night include the nightingale and some species of owls.


What sounds do birds make?

Birds can create a variety of sounds, including chirping, whistling, squawking, singing, and tweeting. Each bird species has its own unique vocalizations that they use for communication, mating, warning of danger, or defending their territory. Different birds can produce melodic songs, high-pitched calls, repetitive sounds, or even mimic other sounds in their environment.

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Name the bird which has the ability to imitate the songs of about 40 dirrerent birds?

The mockingbird. But this species can imitate nearly twice that number of other bird's songs. One bird was confirmed at 83 different songs.


Birds such as nightingales and mockingbirds imitate other birds' songs in their environment Is this behavior an instinct or learned Explain?

Although a noted songster, possessing a sweet song, even during the night, the nightingale does not imitate other birds songs. The mockingbird does, however, and even cell phone rings and other human made sounds. The mockingbird can imitate up to 80 other birds songs, and this appears to be an instinctive behavior.


How do mocking birds mate?

They imitate the songs of other birds and certain other noises.


How many songs can a mockingbird sing?

Mockingbirds can sing up to 400 different songs... they imitate other bird songs, insect and amphibian sounds and even machine noises The song of the Mockingbird is actually a medley of the calls of many other birds - Mockingbird Habitat & Behavior specialist


What is an example of a learned behavior of birds?

An example of a learned behavior in birds is song learning in songbirds. Young male songbirds listen to the songs of adult males in their environment and imitate them to develop their own unique songs. This process involves both memorization and practice, allowing them to communicate and attract mates effectively. The ability to learn songs varies among species and is crucial for their social interactions and reproduction.


Do mocking birds have their own song or do they copy another birds song?

They can, yes. They can imitate up to 80 songs of other birds. Also, cellphone rings, and doorbells!


What is unique or special about mockingbirds?

The mockingbird is well known for its ability to mimic the songs of other birds. Some birds can imitate up to more than 80 other birds songs, plus squeaky doors, even cell phone rings! Mockingbirds are very territorial, and will drive other species away from feeders, even if the mocker does not eat what is offered.


Where did the catbird get its name?

Most books I've consulted (seeking an answer to the same question) say that the call which sounds like a cat mewing is responsible for the name. However, I've also observed that when a cat is around, the catbird will perch above the cat and call repeatedly and loudly (mew, mew, mew). Often other catbirds will answer with the same call.


What are birds that cannot interbreed because they have different mating songs characterized by?

behavioral isolation


What is one of Handel George Frederic songs?

"Let's Imitate Her Notes"


When birds cannot interbreed because they have different mating songs they are characterized by which isolation?

Behavioral Isolation


Are there any songs about the birds from Angry Birds?

No