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The mockingbirds were out last night. They sing their hearts out to win the contest. Best song gets the ladies.

At this time of year they are on 24/7. When Franklin and I went out to pee this morning we were serenaded to a faretheewell. I whistled back. But no takers.

The mockingbird never or rarely repeats the song. He is an innovator. And he will mock a human whistle if you get it in the groove.

I say 'he' because the females mostly have a squawk. It is a nice feminine squawk but always the same and not alluring. At least to me. But I am of a different orientation.

The mockingbird is our most ubiquitous bird. They are aggressive and will run a raven away from their nests. They are friendly and are not easily spooked by humans or Airedales. They are great neighbors.