How to attract Veery

BE AWARE THAT HABITAT TYPE MORE THAN ANY OTHER FACTOR, WILL IN MOST CASES, DICTATE THE SPECIES OF BIRD THAT VISIT YOUR PROPERTY.

How to Attract Veery

A forest bird known for its beautiful flute-like song, the Veery is an awesome bird to listen to and observe. The Veery is found in mature deciduous forests (especially those with a water source), where it is often seen foraging on or near the ground for insects and berries. The Veery is a rather reclusive bird so it doesn’t visit feeders and rarely visits birdbaths (though may use one if it's in a secluded area and not elevated far off the ground). Veery nest on or near the ground usually close to shrubby areas or fallen trees.

Top Ways to Attract Veery

• Mature Deciduous Forest
• Spicebush
• Jack in the Pulpit
• Wild Blueberry
• Wild Grape

Trees & Shrubs that Attract Veery

• American Elderberry (Fruit)
• Arrowwood (Fruit)
• Blackgum (Fruit)
• Dead Trees (Insects, Nesting)
• Red Mulberry (Fruit)
• Sassafras (Fruit)
• Serviceberry (Fruit)
• Spicebush (Fruit)
• Sumac (Fruit)
• Wild Cherry (Fruit)

Flowers & Vines that Attract Veery

• Partridge Berry (Fruit)
• Trumpet Honeysuckle (Fruit)
• Virginia Creeper (Fruit)
• Wild Blackberry (Fruit, Nesting, Foraging)
• Wild Blueberry (Fruit)
• Wild Grape (Fruit)

Veery Information

Veery Identification:

• Medium-sized bird
• Tannish brown upperparts, white underparts, brown speckles on chest

Veery Habitat:

• Mature Deciduous Forest with thick understory for nesting
• Open woodlands and backyards during migration
• Winters in South America

Veery Eating Habits:

• Breeding: primarily insects
• Late Summer and Fall (Migration): berries - favor Spicebush

Veery Nesting:

• On or just slightly above the ground
• Often under brush or against fallen tree