How Does a Bobwhite Sound?

Songs. Males and females give a loud whistled bob-white that sweeps upward in pitch; the song is used mostly by unmated males during the breeding season.

What does it mean when you hear a bobwhite?

During its spring courting ritual, you will hear the male's unique whistle — “bob” “white” — which gives the bobwhite its name. Hearing the “bobwhite” whistle reminds us of days gone by when one could drive backcountry roads and hear whistles at each stop.

What sound does bobwhite make?

Males and females give a loud whistled bob-white that sweeps upward in pitch; the song is used mostly by unmated males during the breeding season.