Bird identification?

Question

For the past few nights, some sort of bird has been frequenting my attic. I have yet to see it, but it has a very loud call that reminds me of a crow, but is higher pitched and faster. Every few seconds for a minte or two it will make it's noise, then I may not hear it for a few hours.

And for the record, it is definitely not a crow. I live in upstate New York about a mile away from a river, 30 miles from a lake and about 125 miles from the ocean in a suburban, wooded area.

I know it's not a lot to go on, but can anyone guess at what it is, or point me towards a website that has bird calls?

Answer 1

Does the noise it makes sound like tapping? It could be a wood p****r.......They are common in your area and can be destructive!

Answer 2

Are you sure it's a bird? Mice and squirrels will get into your attic and make high-pitched squeaking noises.

If you know for sure it's a bird, it could be a barn owl -- they like structured places like attics.

Answer 3

You are right, it isn't much to go on, though I can still help you!

From the description, it could very well be Corvus Corax; the common raven. http://www.shades-of-night.com/aviary/so...

Since it is "active" at night, perhaps it is Chordeiles minor; the common nighthawk.

http://identify.whatbird.com/obj/387/_/C...

Please excuse the short answer, but maybe you could catch a glimpse of it one day and I could clarify what it truly is.

Want to check it out yourself? Try: http://www.whatbird.com/

or even: http://www.learnbirdsongs.com/

Good afternoon!

Best regards,

billcollins531

Answer 4

http://www.enature.com/birding/audio.asp

a great site.  good luck

Answer 5

Starlings are cavity nesters and often nest in people houses gaining access through vents or cracks.  You can listen to their call here:

http://www.birds.cornell.edu/AllAboutBir...