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Pacific Wren (Troglodytes pacificus)
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Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)

General Description: Pacific Wrens (Troglodytes pacificus), formerly Winter Wrens (Troglodytes troglodytes), are tiny reddish-brown birds with a bit of a white eyeline and a very short, barred tail. The bill is long. The short tail is usually held cocked upward. Of the western wrens, Pacific Wrens have the shortest tails.

Taxonomy: Passeriformes, Troglodytidae.

Favored Habitat: Brushy places in moist forests.

Where to Find: Around Las Vegas, look for Pacific Wrens in riparian areas in Zion National Park during winter where they are uncommon. Otherwise, look for them in the great northern forests during summer.

Comments: Usually heard long before seen, listen for the loud, buzzy song.

Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes) If you were a tasty bug or a little spider, this might be the last face you ever see!
Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes) Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)
Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)
Pacific Wren
Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)
Pacific Wren in typical pose: hiding back in the sticks
Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes) Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)
Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes) Winter Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)

Note: All distances, elevations, and other facts are approximate.
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