Spring Means Brighter and Louder

Spring is on its way! To us birds, spring means love. And to attract the perfect mate, males change their songs and brighten their feathers.

Typically, we use our songs to communicate whether we’re looking for a mate or defending our territory. As the warmth of spring approaches, we become very vocal, each with a distinct call. Male birds can also can get angry, and reflect that in their calls, as they compete with others for a mate.

You’ll also notice in spring we’re our brightest, especially males. From the brilliant yellow in warblers and finches to the bright blues in jays and indigo buntings to the fiery red in cardinals and tanagers…we’re out to attract our perfect mate with our flocks.

Even those considered “bright” in the dark winter months become even brighter in spring.

So enjoy the sights and sounds of my friends and me as we celebrate spring!