Wren, SE PA (1 Viewer)

[Kelly Colgan Azar]

I think this is a winter wren, shot illuminated by the setting sun with a flash which I forgot to turn off - sigh. Someone is telling me it's a house wren. I've shot lots of house wrens, all significantly larger than this bird. What do you guys think.
Thank you for your help.
Kelly

 

[Kelly Colgan Azar]

PS, shot a week ago in Southeastern Pennsylvania

 

[ovenbird43]

I agree with Winter Wren, given the short tail and time of year.

 

[Kelly Colgan Azar]

Thanks, Ovenbird. I am certain I have never seen a wren like this one before. It was extremely small and the tiny tail was turned up the entire time I photographed him. I've monitored boxes in which house wrens nest and photographed them often. I say winter wren too Thanks a million for your help!!!
Kelly

 

[james holdsworth]

Your right Winter Wren, very short tail and heavily barred underparts.

 

[Kelly Colgan Azar]

Thank you, James. I appreciate your opinion very much. I was certain of the id, but I've been certain of incorrect id's in the past... It's good to have back up.
Thanks again!
Kelly

 

[Cardamom Pod]

Nice picture, even with the flash!

 

[Kelly Colgan Azar]

Thanks very much, Mr. Pod!

 

[mrmanning]

Cool pic. They are as secretive as a mouse so well done!

 

[YourBirdOasis]

Great shot of a winter wren! They have one of my favorite songs - it's so "magical"

 

[Kelly Colgan Azar]

Thank you, mrmanning and Your Bird Oasis, for your comments. This was a lifer for me whose song I have never heard. I'll have to listen to Cornell Lab recordings. Thank you very much again, for your kind words and assistance!
kelly