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Brown Creeper song and calls

Certhia americana

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Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Brown Creeper, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

A high-pitched, thin, and often ethereal song, typically described as 'see-TSEW-ti-see-TSSSWIT' or 'tsee-tsee-tsee-titi-tsee'. It's a series of clear, delicate, slightly ascending notes, often ending with a downward inflection. Can be difficult to hear due to its softness and high pitch.

Calls

A very high-pitched, thin, and often difficult-to-locate 'seeet' or 'tsee' call, sometimes given as a series of notes. Also a short, sharp 'tsip' alarm call.

When they vocalize

Mostly vocal during the breeding season (spring and early summer), but calls can be heard year-round.

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