he northern mockingbird has been designated as the state bird for several translates to “many-tongued mimic.” The birds can sing hundreds of songs. Not only do they mimic other birds’ songs, but they also can imitate frogs, insects, and man-made sounds such as machinery. Another notable characteristic of mockingbirds is their defense of their territory and home. Both male and female mockingbirds behave aggressively toward anything—other songbirds, birds of prey, snakes, even people—that they consider a threat.
