Swainson's Thrush, Catharus ustulatus
The Swainson's thrush is well known by most bird-watchers because the species sings more frequently during migration—announcing its return each spring before most other species. Because each bird's territory is small and the species is abundant you, as well as all the lady thrushes, may hear a chorus of male Swainson's Thrushes sing every morning and evening. This species sings, feeds, and breeds in shady thickets; migrants fly at night, feeding and resting during the day.
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