Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus)

The Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus) is a captivating migratory bird renowned for its striking appearance and unique feeding habits. With its predominantly brown plumage accented by vibrant white, yellow, and red wing spots, this species is often observed feasting on berries during the winter months.

🇫🇷	Jaseur boréal
🇩🇪	Seidenschwanz
🇲🇽	Ampelis europeo

Taxonomy

Order	Passeriformes
Family	Bombycillidae

Tips for Identifying This Species

The Bohemian Waxwing is distinguished by its aerodynamic head shape, which is unique to this species. However, it can be confused with its relative, the Cedar Waxwing. Unlike the Cedar Waxwing, the Bohemian Waxwing's primary plumage is brown.

Notes about Whereabouts

The Bohemian Waxwing is typically observed during the winter and early spring months, as it feeds on berry-laden bushes. During the summer, it migrates northward for breeding.

Observations by Park and Season

Location	Spring	Summer	Autumn	Winter
Boisé Des Douze	x	-	-	-
Jardin Botanique de Montréal	x	-	-	-

"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from our park visit journals.

Characteristics

Length	19–23cm
Weight	55g
Wingspan	32–35.5cm
Clutch Size	2-6 eggs
Incubation	13-14 days
Fledging	14-18 days
Sexual Maturity	1 year