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.
Common name | Binomial | Status |
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Northern Mockingbird | Mimus polyglottos | Trinidad only |
Tropical Mockingbird | Mimus gilvus |
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of Trinidad And Tobago