#bemtevi

Bird Info & Submission Reasons

Eared Dove (Zenaida auriculata)

"looks quite similar to mourning doves, but don't be fooled"

"They’re like the South American version of mourning dove"

Great Kiskadee (Pitangus sulphuratus)

"They're so colorful and noisy! Their name in Brazil is bem-te-vi which means I see you and is (like its English name) an onomatopoeia!"

"i know these are in the us, but it's only what? the south of texas? their range extends through most of the americas, i think they count!"

"hes so big and i like his colourshes so big and i like his colours"

"I'm paraguayan, we call this bird pitogüe (onomatopeia of their song/noise) and it is say when you hear their song somebody close to you (or even yourself) is expecting a baby, like this is the gossip bird! if a group of people hear the bird call we start poimting fingers. If it is close to your home/street you can be sure somebody is pregnant. very funny bird. "

"They are so loud."

Also known as Benteveo común, in Brazil they're known as bem-te-vi, and in Argentina as benteveo.

MOST ICONIC BIRD CALL BRACKET: ROUND TWO: WOOD THRUSH vs. GREAT KISKADEE

IN THE BLUE CORNER, from the depths of the north american forests, the melodic marvel, the WOOD THRUSH!

this bird may be small, but its voice is mighty. the audubon society has considered its enchanting, flute-like song as a contender for one of the most beautiful in north america. the wood thrush may be known for its sweet voice, but don't let its gentle demeanor fool you. with lightning-fast reflexes and a sharp beak, this bird is a force to be reckoned with in the ring. this is one bird that's sure to hit all the right notes. don't miss this chance to witness the natural beauty and fierce strength of the wood thrush in action. this is one bird you won't want to miss!

IN THE RED CORNER, we have a bird of many names. welcome to the ring the bem-te-vi, the pitogue, the benteveo, the cristofué, the GREAT KISKADEE!

with its striking yellow and black plumage and distinctive "kis-ka-dee" call, this bird is a force to be reckoned with in the ring. this bird is known by multiple onomatopoeic names across south and central america, all thanks to that exuberant BEE-tee-WEE call. don't underestimate the great kiskadee - this bird is a true champion and is here to take on all challengers. get ready for a battle of epic proportions as this feathered fighter shows off its skills and takes down the competition!

Free Bird 🐦| (2015)