Carolina Wren
Thryothorus ludovicianus

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• Bold white stripe over eye
• Rusty upper parts
• White throat and buffy under parts
• Wings and tail barred with black
• Thin white wing bars
• Long tail frequently held upright

Habitat

Carolina Wrens prefer habitats with dense shrub or bushy cover. They can be found along streams (riparian), near swamps, in thickets, shrubbery, undergrowth, forests, and suburban gardens among other places.

Status

The Carolina Wren is an abundant permanent resident of the Atlanta area.