Evening Grosbeak song and calls

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

Song

The song is a series of short, high-pitched, somewhat squeaky whistles and trills, often described as 'cleer-cleer-cleer' or 'pew-pew-pew'. It is not particularly musical or complex.

Calls

The most common call is a sharp, metallic 'peck' or 'cleep', often given in flight or while foraging. They also have a softer 'tsew' call.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the breeding season and when foraging in flocks. Calls are heard year-round.

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