Spirit bird

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

"A melodic soul within the quiet woods"

By passing on the frantic energy of the Killdeer and the Sharp-shinned Hawk, you've shown a preference for the depth and soulful grace of the Great Grey Owl and American Dipper. Your gentle expression and organized bookshelf suggest a contemplative nature that perfectly mirrors this thrush, who avoids the fray to offer a rich, flute-like song from the shadows. You value the quiet beauty of a steady, observant life over the noise of more aggressive types.

A note on your bird: it wasn't picked from the 10 you swiped through — those were just the warm-up. It was chosen from our full flock of 100 iconic Canadian birds, matching the pattern of what moved you. That's why it may be one you never met on your journey.