Troglodytes troglodytes
The Eurasian Wren is a tiny, plump bird with a short tail often held upright. Its upperparts are rich brown with fine, dark barring, while the underparts are paler with variable barring. The bird has a prominent pale eyebrow stripe and a thin, slightly curved bill.
Males and females look alike, with juveniles resembling adults but showing less distinct barring. The wren's plumage remains consistent year-round, with no seasonal variations.
Juveniles appear similar to adults but have streaking on the breast and less barring on the flanks. Their overall colour is a warmer reddish shade, and they may still have a bright yellow gape to encourage feeding from their parents.
Length
9cm to 10cm
Wingspan
13cm to 17cm
Weight
7g to 12g
Males and females have similar plumage
Primary Colour
Brown
Secondary Colour
Buff White
Beak Colour
Brown
Leg Colour
Pink
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
The Eurasian Wren is widely distributed across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It inhabits a variety of environments, including woodlands, hedgerows, gardens, and rocky areas with dense vegetation.
This wren is a common resident of the UK and is found throughout the country. Some northern populations may move south during harsh winters, while those in milder regions tend to be sedentary.
Sea level to 4,575 meters
Temperate, Subarctic
This map gives you a rough idea of where you might spot a Eurasian Wren. The coloured areas show countries where these birds have been seen.
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