Tropical Mockingbird
NameTropical Mockingbird
Common NameTropical Mockingbird
Scientific NameMimus gilvus
FamilyMimidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)24
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsPredominantly gray on the upperparts, with a paler, whitish underside. It features a distinctive dark eye-line and a white supercilium (eyebrow stripe). The wings are darker gray with two faint white wing bars, and the outer tail feathers are white, especially noticeable in flight.
Vocalization / CallPossesses a rich and varied repertoire of songs, often incorporating imitations of other bird species. Its calls can be loud and repetitive, consisting of whistles, trills, and harsh notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsurban, forest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound from southern Mexico through Central America, and extensively in the Caribbean, extending into northern South America.
Identifying Featuresgray upperparts, white underparts, dark eye-line, white supercilium, long tail, white outer tail feathers, mimetic song
Description
A medium-sized songbird with a slender body, long tail, and relatively short bill. It is known for its complex and varied vocalizations, often mimicking other bird species, and is commonly found in open and semi-open habitats.
