Smooth-billed Ani song and calls

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

Song

Not known for a complex song. Their vocalizations are primarily calls.

Calls

A variety of distinctive calls, including a rising, whistled 'whee-oo' or 'whee-ooo-ee', often repeated. Also a harsh, scolding 'churrr' or 'chur-chur-chur', and a nasal 'klee-uh' or 'klee-oh'. They are quite noisy birds, especially when foraging in groups.

When they vocalize

Vocalize frequently throughout the day, particularly when foraging, interacting with flock members, or when disturbed.

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