Carolina Wren
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Physical Characteristics
Size
4.7-5.5 inches
Wingspan
11.4 inches
Weight
0.6-0.8 oz
Plumage
Rusty brown above, buffy below, bold white eyebrow stripe, upturned tail
Distinctive Features
Rusty brown above
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Dense undergrowth, brush piles, suburban gardens
🍽️ Diet
Insects, spiders, seeds
🦅 Behavior
Loud singer, pairs stay together year-round, forages in dense vegetation
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Non-migratory resident
🎵 Sounds
Loud 'teakettle teakettle teakettle' song
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Carolina Wrens have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 4.7-5.5 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Carolina Wren sound like?
Carolina Wrens make Loud 'teakettle teakettle teakettle' song. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Carolina Wrens live?
Carolina Wrens inhabit dense undergrowth, brush piles, suburban gardens. Non-migratory resident
What do Carolina Wrens eat?
The diet of Carolina Wrens consists primarily of insects, spiders, seeds. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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