Great news for all bird enthusiasts! Wild Republic has entered into a partnership with the National Audubon Society to create a line of realistic looking plush beanbag state birds. This partnership also includes The Cornell Lab of Ornithology, who has provided the authentic sounds for each bird to further add to the realism of these plush toys.

Vermont residents, endeared by its beautiful song, adopted the Hermit Thrush as their state bird in 1941. They are found north into Canada extending south into both eastern and western United States. Migration to southern states occurs in autumn. These tolerant birds may let humans approach as they forage on the forest floor for insects, worms and fruit.

This Hermit Thrush's call was recorded June 20, 1971 in Ontario, Canada, and was a song to defend territory and attract a mate.