May 3, 2017 · <p>A plain brown bird with an effervescent voice, the Northern House Wren is a common backyard bird across most of the U.S. and southern Canada. Listen for its rush-and-jumble song in …

Northern house wrens are feisty and pugnacious animals considering their tiny size. They are known to occasionally destroy the eggs of other birds nesting in their territory by puncturing the eggshell.

A familiar backyard bird, the Northern House Wren was named long ago for its tendency to nest around human homes or in birdhouses. Very active and inquisitive, bouncing about with its short tail held up …

Few birds embody the spirit of a lively garden or a peaceful woodland quite like the House Wren. These diminutive dynamos, barely larger than a golf ball, are a common sight across much of North …

In this article, we will provide an overview of the house wren species, share some fascinating facts about their behavior and habits, and offer tips on how to attract these charming birds to your own backyard.

Larger, longer tailed, and generally slightly paler than Winter and Pacific Wrens. Often perches conspicuously when singing, but otherwise fairly secretive. Listen for bubbly song of chatters and …

Dec 13, 2025 · The house wren is a widespread, bold songbird known for its loud calls, cavity nesting, aggressive behavior, and insect-based diet.

May 21, 2025 · House Wrens are a joy to observe and a valuable part of any backyard ecosystem. Their energetic personalities, insect-eating habits, and cheerful songs make them a favorite among birders …

Nov 20, 2024 · Learn how to identify and attract a Carolina wren and a Bewick’s wren. An unstoppable waterfall of notes spills from the throat of the tiny, indefatigable northern house wren, one of our most …

Oct 22, 2024 · Birds known as "house wrens" breed from across most of southern Canada south through the U.S., Mexico, Central America, and the full extent of South America. Populations also …