@LilIndignities @jeffwhittington However, bachelor mockingbird who do not have a mate are not permitted to sing during the day if they live close to an established mockingbird couple. Therefore bachelor mockingbird’s only option is to sing at night so that he doesn’t offend/steal the female, else he risks attack
@LilIndignities @jeffwhittington From what I understand mockingbirds are very territorial. In the summer mockingbirds are typically looking for a mate. Male mockingbirds often entice potential mates with their song. Male mockingbirds who have found a mates don’t need to entice potential mates any longer.