Gray Catbird
Gray Catbird
(Dumetella carolinensis)
Gray Catbird nest
Photo © René Corado
Gray Catbird eggs
Photo © René Corado
Gray Catbird eggs
Photo © J.M. Kosciw
Gray Catbird nest
Photo © Michael J. Hopiak / CLO
Adult
Photo © Evan Lipton / Macaulay Library
Adult
Photo © Steven Guertin / Macaulay Library
Adult
Photo © Paul Jones / Macaulay Library
Adult
Photo © Evan Lipton / Macaulay Library
Adult
Photo © Rick Beaudon / Macaulay Library
Adult
Photo © Marcie Jacklin / Macaulay Library
Song
© Matthew D. Medler / Macaulay Library
Song
© Randolph Little / Macaulay Library
Song
© Jay McGowan / Macaulay Library
Calls
© Matthew D. Medler / Macaulay Library
Calls
© Jay McGowan / Macaulay Library
Calls
© Jay McGowan / Macaulay Library
Calls
© Jay McGowan / Macaulay Library
Calls
© Simone Dena / Macaulay Library
Calls
© Jay McGowan / Macaulay Library
Juvenile calls
© Jay McGowan / Macaulay Library
Where To Find It
Source: Birds of the World
Habitats
Substrates
What You'll Find
Nest Type
Chick
Clutch Size
3
5
Nest Height
10 ft
3 ft
Nesting Statistics
Incubation Period
12-15
days
days
Brooding Period
10-15
days
days
Useful Hints
- The male Gray Catbird uses his loud song to proclaim his territory. He uses a softer version of the song when near the nest or when a bird intrudes on his territory. The female may sing the quiet song back to the male.
- Females build the nests, with males sometimes supplying materials.
- The Gray Catbird’s long song may last for up to 10 minutes.