Mockingbirds and Thrashers
Order: Passeriformes. Family: Mimidae
The mimids are a family of passerine birds that includes thrashers, mockingbirds, tremblers, and the New World catbirds. These birds are notable for their vocalizations, especially their ability to mimic a wide variety of birds and other sounds heard outdoors. Their colouring tends towards dull greys and browns . There are about 35 species worldwide and 1 species which occurs in Ireland.
Common name | Binomial | Status |
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Grey Catbird | Dumetella carolinensis | (A) |
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of Ireland