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Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

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Illustration of Cedar Waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum)

The Cedar Waxwing is a sleek, silky bird with a crested head, black mask, and waxy red wingtip droplets. Travels in flocks, gorging on berries — sometimes to the point of intoxication from fermented fruit.

Habitat
Woodlands, orchards, and suburban areas near berry-producing trees
Diet
Berries, small fruits, and flying insects
How common
Common

Best time to see a Cedar Waxwing

The best time to see a Cedar Waxwing is January–June, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 78,773 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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