Bohemian Waxwing
Bombycilla garrulus
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Mass
~55 g
Habitat
Forests
Diet
Omnivore
How to recognize it
The Bohemian Waxwing has a soft, muted look, with a neat crest and a calm, almost powdered appearance. It stands out more for its smooth shape and tidy movements than for any single bright detail.
It usually travels in flocks, moving fast and straight in flight. Its voice is a thin, high trill, and when a flock lifts off or lands, the wings make a dry rattling sound that is easy to notice.
In summer it takes insects and berries, sometimes catching insects on the wing. In colder months it turns to rowan and other fruits, which is why it often shows up in cities, parks, and gardens in winter.
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Listen to the call
The Bohemian Waxwing has a soft, muted look, with a neat crest and a calm, almost powdered appearance. It stands out more for its smooth shape and tidy movements than for any single bright detail.
It usually travels in flocks, moving fast and straight in flight. Its voice is a thin, high trill, and when a flock lifts off or lands, the wings make a dry rattling sound that is easy to notice.
In summer it takes insects and berries, sometimes catching insects on the wing. In colder months it turns to rowan and other fruits, which is why it often shows up in cities, parks, and gardens in winter.
How to recognize it
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Sources
- eBird — Bombycilla garrulus Sightings map and full description on eBird
- Wikipedia — Bohemian waxwing Encyclopedia article