Tag: Carolina Wrens (Thryothorus ludovicianus)

Hungry Nestlings

June 14, 2026

Fun entertainment as we eat our meals. Mom and Dad Carolina Wrens (Thryothorus ludovicianus) flying in and out feeding their nestlings. I could only say for sure that there were three little ones. After all that hole in the bird house is mighty small. That went on through last night’s dinner. Today, not a sign of the parents or the nestlings.

Female Carolina Wrens lay from three to seven eggs, but four to five is the most common number. Nestlings stay in the nest for between ten to sixteen days before they’re able to fledge.

I’ve missed them today, but I’m quite relieved for them. They must have been sweltering in that bird house.

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Roosting Wrens

January 16, 2026

A picture from the summer, when the star birdhouse was being used as a nesting box. This evening though, as the sun was thinking of setting, two Carolina Wrens (Thryothorus ludovicianus) were roosting in this birdhouse, trying to stay warm.

They were startled when someone came out the door, right next to where the house is hanging. Quickly they took off. I’m sure they’re back now, huddled to keep warm on this cold winter night.

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One Of Many Favorite Birds

December 18, 2025

Carolina Wrens (Thryothorus ludovicianus), chittery chattery noisemakers. The female doesn’t sing the beautiful songs that you will hear from the male. The female makes chattery calls, and raspy trills. Joining in occasionally with the male. A duet with her life long mate.

They are non-migratory. Such a treasure to have year-round.

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