They are native to Europe. What the small, rather plain hermit thrush (Catharus guttatus) lacks in looks, it makes up for in talent. This bird’s call sounds like a wonderfully played flute.

3. Hermit Thrush This small thrush (Catharus guttatus) may have the most appreciated song of any in the forest. It floats like liquid honey and is often compared to flute music. The bird itself (6 ...

Listen for the liquid, musical call of the hermit thrush: It's the Vermont state bird and is renowned for its beautiful song. In the early spring – generally from March through early April ...