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Bohemian Waxwing

Bombycilla garrulus

The Bohemian Waxwing is a beautiful bird with a soft, colorful coat and a fancy crest on its head. They love to eat berries and can often be seen flying in flocks, making them a delightful sight in the trees.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Bohemian Waxwing is a sleek, medium-sized bird with soft grey-brown plumage, a prominent pointed crest, and a distinctive black mask through its eyes. It has bright yellow-tipped tail feathers and waxy red tips on its secondary wing feathers, making it visually unique.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyBombycillidaeGenusBombycilla
Bohemian Waxwing
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Bohemian Waxwing

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Bohemian Waxwings don't sing songs; instead, they communicate with high-pitched trilling calls!

Their name 'Bohemian' refers to their wandering, unpredictable migrations across the land.

These birds can get tipsy from eating fermented berries, sometimes even struggling to fly!

Waxwings often pass berries from beak to beak in courtship rituals, like a sweet gift!

Special abilities

Ability

Fermenting Feaster

Bohemian Waxwing can eat large quantities of overripe, fermented berries because its large liver helps detoxify the alcohol.

Ability

Nomadic Navigator

Bohemian Waxwing has an ability for irruptive migration, flying thousands of miles in search of abundant fruit crops.

Ability

Waxwing Warning

Bohemian Waxwing has unique red, waxy tips on its wings that might signal fitness or age to other waxwings.

Measurements & details

Length
18-21 cm
Wingspan
32-35 cm
Weight
0.045-0.07 kg
Lifespan
5-8 years
Top Speed
60 km/h
Clutch Size
3-7
Incubation
13-15 days
Migration Distance
3000 km

Diet & Feeding

These birds primarily feast on berries and fruit, especially in cold months, supplementing with insects.

Primary Foods

  • Berries
  • Fruit
  • Insects (flies, mosquitoes)
  • Tree sap

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Bohemian Waxwing?

18-21 cm

What is Bohemian Waxwing's wingspan?

32-35 cm

How much does Bohemian Waxwing weigh?

0.045-0.07 kg

How long does Bohemian Waxwing live?

5-8 years

How fast can Bohemian Waxwing move?

60 km/h

What does Bohemian Waxwing eat?

These birds primarily feast on berries and fruit, especially in cold months, supplementing with insects.

Where is Bohemian Waxwing usually found?

Forests

How does Bohemian Waxwing hunt?

Foraging

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