Blue Grosbeak song and calls

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

Song

The song is a rich, warbling series of phrases, often described as a 'sweet, hurried warble' or 'liquid warble,' similar to a House Finch or American Goldfinch but more deliberate and less rambling. It often includes rising and falling notes and can be quite varied.

Calls

Common calls include a sharp, metallic 'chink' or 'spink,' often given when agitated or in flight. Also a softer 'tew' or 'tup.'

When they vocalize

Males sing frequently from prominent perches during the breeding season, especially in the morning and late afternoon. Calls are given year-round, particularly when disturbed or during migration.

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