American Dipper Sounds

Overview
ID info
Life History
Maps
Sounds

Song (Northern)
Media Player Error
Update your browser or Flash plugin
Alberta, May 28, 1970Recorded by William W. H. Gunn / Macaulay Library
Song (Northern)
Media Player Error
Update your browser or Flash plugin
Wyoming, June 20, 1961Recorded by Randolph Little / Macaulay Library
Calls (Northern)
Media Player Error
Update your browser or Flash plugin
Colorado, July 09, 2018Recorded by Eric Hynes / Macaulay Library
Begging calls (Northern)
Media Player Error
Update your browser or Flash plugin
Washington, June 29, 2018Recorded by Jerred Seveyka / Macaulay Library

Sounds provided by Macaulay Library.
Listen to more sounds of this species from the ML archive.

Songs

The song of the American Dipper, given by both sexes, is a sweet, burbling medley of single and repeated notes. They sing loudly to rise above the background noise of rushing water. Bouts of singing may last up to 10 minutes.

Calls

The American Dipper has a short, burry jik call, given in bursts of two to five repeats.

Looking for ID Help?

Our free app offers quick ID help with global coverage.

Try Merlin Bird ID

More to Read

Living Bird MagazineHow Do Birds Survive the Winter?
There's a bird nesting near my house. What should I do?
You're seeing fewer hummingbirds at your feeder. Should you worry?
I found a baby bird. What do I do?
Can a Hawk or Owl Pose a Threat to a Small Dog or Cat?
I found a pigeon or dove that seems tame and has colored bands on its legs. What should I do?

About Us
Citizen Science
Lifelong Learning
Publications
Explore More
Support Our Cause

Contact Us
Web Accessibility Assistance
Privacy Policy
Terms of use
Site Credits

Search for species name or keywords

Or Browse Bird Guide by Family or Shape

Need Bird ID Help? Try Merlin

Don't miss a thing! Join our email list

The Cornell Lab will send you updates about birds,
birding, and opportunities to help bird conservation.