Winter Wren
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NameWinter Wren
Common NameWinter Wren
Scientific NameTroglodytes hiemalis
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)14
Length (cm)10
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsOverall rich reddish-brown, finely barred with darker brown on the flanks, belly, and tail. It has a pale supercilium (eyebrow stripe) and a short, stubby tail that is often held upright.
Vocalization / CallIts song is exceptionally loud and complex for its size, a rapid, bubbling series of high-pitched trills and musical notes that can last for several seconds. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsconiferous forest, mixed forest, riparian areas, dense undergrowth
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across northern North America, including Alaska, Canada, and parts of the eastern and western United States. Winters in the southern parts of its breeding range and further south into the southeastern U.S. and Mexico.
Identifying Featuresvery small size, plump body, short, often cocked tail, rich reddish-brown plumage, pale supercilium, secretive behavior, loud and complex song
Description
The Winter Wren is a tiny, plump, and secretive songbird with a short, often cocked tail. It is typically found foraging in dense undergrowth, often near fallen logs and tangled roots, and is known for its remarkably loud and complex song.
