Wrens (Troglodytidae)
Bewick's Wren
Thryomanes bewickii. Insects and spiders.
Wrens (Troglodytidae)Bewick's WrenThryomanes bewickii
- Scientific name
- Thryomanes bewickii
- Length
- 5.1 in
- Weight
- 0.3–0.4 oz
- Nest
- Cup in cavities or nest boxes
- Entrance hole
- 1 1/4 in
- Clutch
- 3–8 eggs
- Incubation
- 14–16 days
- Broods
- 1–2 per season
Identification
- Grey-brown with a long white eyebrow
- Long tail flicked side to side
- Clean pale underparts
Voice
Buzzy, varied song.
Diet and feeding
Insects and spiders.
What do Bewick's wrens eat? · Best feeder for Bewick's wrens
Bewick's Wrens by state and province
| Region | Status | Nesting |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | Year-round resident | February–June |
| British Columbia | Year-round resident | April–June |
| California | Year-round resident | February–June |
| Colorado | Year-round resident | March–June |
| Nevada | Year-round resident | March–June |
| New Mexico | Year-round resident | March–June |
| Oklahoma | Year-round resident | March–June |
| Oregon | Year-round resident | March–June |
| Texas | Year-round resident | February–June |
| Utah | Year-round resident | March–June |
| Washington | Year-round resident | March–June |
Frequently asked
What do Bewick's wrens eat?
Insects and spiders. At feeders: suet, mealworms.
How big is a Bewick's Wren?
5.1 in long and 0.3–0.4 oz.
Do Bewick's wrens use birdhouses?
Yes — a 1 1/4 in entrance, 4 × 4 in floor, mounted 5–10 ft.
Sources
- Bewick's Wren — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Bewick's Wren life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Bewick's Wren — Audubon Guide to North American Birds
- NestWatch nest box plans and species requirements — Cornell Lab
Timing reflects typical patterns for the region as a whole; local dates vary with elevation and year. Check the linked eBird bar charts for your county.