Bewick's Wren
Thryomanes bewickii · Wrens
The Bewick's Wren is a small, energetic songbird recognized by its distinctive white eyebrow and long, often-cocked tail. While once widespread across North America, its populations have declined significantly in the eastern United States, though it remains common in the west. This vocal wren is known for its complex and varied songs.
Explore the full field guideResident, western North AmericSmall, activeMelodious songInsectivorous
13 calls·first heard Jun 29·last 76d ago
When it's heardpeak 8a · fall
5a12p9p
How to know it
- A prominent white stripe extends above the eye, contrasting with its brown head.
- The relatively long tail is often held upright, barred with black, and tipped with white spots on the outer feathers.
- Upperparts are brown to grayish-brown, with pale gray-white underparts. Regional variations exist, with eastern birds being more richly colored and western birds often grayer.
- It possesses a relatively long, slender bill that is slightly curved downwards.