House Wren
Male
Female
Spring, Summer
Size
4.75"
Listen
Plumage / Description
Male and female plumage similar. A fairly plain, non-descript bird � a pale brown/graycolor over all with a darker rump and tail that is more rufous in color. Barring visible on wings and tail.
Habitat
Male and female plumage similar. A fairly plain, non-descript bird � a pale brown/graycolor over all with a darker rump and tail that is more rufous in color. Barring visible on wings and tail.
Relative Abundance
Common in proper habitat
Behavior
A cavity nester, will use man-made nesting boxes in addition to natural cavities in trees. A prolific singer � usually heard before seen. A foliage gleaner, actively feeds in trees and shrubs for insects.
Diet
Insects
Similar Species
Bewick's Wren
Best Sites
Groom Creek, Goldwater Lake, Wolf Creek