Winter Wren
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NameWinter Wren
Common NameWinter Wren
Scientific NameTroglodytes hiemalis
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)14
Length (cm)9
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsOverall rich reddish-brown, finely barred with darker brown on the flanks, belly, and tail. It has a paler buffy throat and breast, and a faint, pale supercilium (eyebrow stripe) above its dark eye.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a long, complex, high-pitched, bubbly, and rapid series of trills and warbles, delivered with surprising volume. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, woodland, thicket, riparian areas
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across northern North America, including Alaska, Canada, and the northeastern United States, extending south through the Appalachian Mountains. Winters in the southern United States and parts of Mexico.
Identifying FeaturesVery small size, Plump, round body, Short, often cocked tail, Dark brown plumage with fine barring, Faint supercilium, Secretive behavior in dense cover
Description
The Winter Wren is a tiny, plump, dark brown bird with a very short, often cocked tail. It is known for its secretive nature, often foraging in dense undergrowth, and its remarkably loud and complex song for its small size.
