… then it can’t be mating season. Because the one that’s been hanging out in my backyard lately, will. not. shut. UP. EVER.
Yes, all day, all night – especially after midnight (not counting meal breaks) – the male Northern Mockingbirds are in fine voice, showing off their repetoires of whatever songs and sounds they’ve picked up recently, all in an attempt to attract that lovely little female, oh, about a mile-and-a-half from here. At least that what it sounds like.
He gets particularly creative around 2:00 in the morning. God, I wish he’d get laid already.
No pun intended.
This is not what I originally intended to be my first post for Nature Notes, but after being awakened several times during the night, last night, I had no choice. 
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Great shot of the mockingbird. I have them too and they get very noisy around this time of year. They are ferocious sounding when they have new babies too. I really like mockingbirds but they do tend to get me up too early sometimes.
lol..I have heard that about mockingbirds, but haven’t had one here yet. Sorry about all the noise, but you got a great photo and he just wanted to be part of Nature Notes…Michelle..
I feel your pain, trust me
It was 4 a.m. for us.I don’t know if it was a mocking bird or a thrush 
I def. want to shoot that pretty bird,….ggrrr… 
The mocking birds are keeping me up at night also. Great photo
Great capture of the mockingbird~ Great post!!
I think your first Nature Notes post is wonderful!I’ve seen one or two but I havent’ (thankfully) heard them yet.
He just wanted to be sure to get your attention so that you would include him on your blog
Love your post!And your blog!Mockingbirds can be such a pain,can’t they?Especially when they are attacking your tomatoes.
LOL Love your post! We’ve been spared mockingbirds so far, but I remember what a racket they can make. Great photo if him, though.
If it doesn’t sing you get the diamond ring right? I’ll keep my fingers X X for you!Great post for Nature Notes!