Today they are found in the majority of the continental United States and in Canada and Mexico. Some of the northernmost populations may migrate south over winter. Forest edges and open areas are prime habitat for
What states are mockingbirds in?
Northern mockingbirds live across the United States and in parts of Canada and Mexico. The mockingbird is the state bird of Arkansas, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. They're commonly found on tall shrubs or tree branches on the edges of forests, in backyards, or in parks.
Are mockingbirds rare?
In 1990, fewer than 300 Floreana mockingbirds were believed to be in existence, making them one of the rarest birds in the world. The tropical mockingbird is common throughout southern Mexico, Brazil and the Caribbean.