@soulfully.adventurous: Did you know the male Brown-headed Cowbird has one of the most recognizable looks and sounds at the feeder? He’s easy to spot with his glossy black body and rich chocolate-brown head that can shimmer in the sunlight. And his call? It’s a bubbly, gurgling whistle that almost sounds like water pouring from a bottle. When he sings, he puffs up his feathers, bows forward, and puts on a little performance. Today, this handsome visitor stopped by my feeder to snack on @Flockin' All Season Blend bird food — and of course he had to announce himself with that unmistakable call. 🐦 Listen closely… you might hear him before you see him.
I recall the first time I heard that sound, a number of years ago…it was coming from the branches of a front yard tree right above me…I looked up and saw a male brown-headed cowbird just before it flew off. That was the first time I consciously observed this species and also learned what it sounded like.
2026-03-11 23:30:15
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scotlilly6269 :
where did you get your camera and how much did it set you back
2026-03-13 19:26:18
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Tom :
He’s going to town with his blowing up gurgling!
2026-03-11 23:17:53
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TriggaHappy :
One of the most intriguing bird sounds around…lol.
2026-03-12 12:46:29
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tammyragan1 :
Love the sound he makes. Such a beautiful bird 💕
2026-03-16 18:30:05
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🪶Alli’s Cardinal Corner🪶 :
I loveeeee their calls!! Great catch on camera!! 💜💜💜
2026-03-12 12:56:27
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Dessie johnson❌️ :
yes I have at least 5 of them with there mates
2026-04-30 01:51:20
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JJ :
hi squawkys
2026-03-14 17:25:46
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Rebecca Stein :
Do I like their song? Yes...Do I still hate them? Also yes. They show up...ALL MY OTHER BIRDS ARE GONE
2026-04-25 00:09:13
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🐦⬛berdnerd :
🤖🤖
2026-03-13 01:11:20
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Tammy💜☪️✝️ :
🥰🥰🥰
2026-03-12 15:19:14
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Jan :
🥰🥰🥰
2026-03-12 14:57:42
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Lovesinlife.floral :
🥰🥰🥰🥰
2026-03-12 03:01:23
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