Bewick's Wren, Thryomanes bewickii


Bewick's Wren
This bird was singing vociferously in September, well past nesting season. Bewick's Wrens are loud,
frequent, and versatile songsters. They are common in the San Francisco Bay Area, including in our
yard year-round, but they are surprisingly hard to photograph, as they move frequently and don't
readily give unobstructed views.
 

Bewick's Wren
Above, an adult carrying nesting material in mid-March; below, a fledgling being fed by a parent in late April. The yellow rictal flanges ("lips") identify the bird in front as a juvenile.


Bewick's Wrens

1/14/07


Bewick's Wren


Bewick's Wren
An adult showing worn plumage in late summer.