Similar to Starlings in size and shape, Cedar Waxwings appear in massive flocks, they remind me of large schools of fish moving and turning effortlessly in synchronicity. Then all of a sudden they vanish, just simply disappear from sight and it becomes dead silent. After a while, a whole new flock arrives to feed. This cycle continues on and off anywhere from 1 day to 1 week. It is a remarkable site.
The Waxwing have a high pitched tone, similar to the Cardinal, you will most likely hear them before you see them, especially in large groups. It is a very intense sound.
This species is called B. Cedrorum or Bombycilla Cedrorum. These amazing and beautiful birds will migrate as far as South America and there have even been rare sightings in Western Europe and Great Britain.
Here are some plant names and things you can do to attract these wonderful birds to your property.
* Dogwood
* Serviceberry
* Juniper
* Hawthorn
* Cedar
* Winterberry
Plant plenty of tall evergreens to create housing and a safe haven. They love water, installing fountains, a bird bath or a pond will make them very happy.
See these lovely photos below provided by Reality Photography!
Waxwings gather before the feeding.
During the feeding.
Hovering similar to a Hummingbird.
A short video I took while the Waxwing were feeding in my front yard.
Ahh-I do love the Cedar Waxwings. That’s been my bird for~12 yrs when a huge flock (hundreds!) perched in my little berry laden tree that overhung my patio– it was a powerful sight.Thanks for reminding me to look up for them now.