This common species
is famous for it mimicry. Its versatile song includes phrases from other birds and other sounds in the neighborhood.
Some males have been documented to imitate over 150 songs and sounds. Studies show that females prefer to mate
with males who demonstrate large repertoires. Repertoire size increases with age and experience, so females seem
to prefer older more experienced males. This individual was foraging on Elderberry (Sambucus). Panasonic DMC-LZ5 / Nikon FS 3 / 30XWA / hand-held, no adapter.