Bohemian waxwing
Bombycilla garrulus
ok. 18,1 cmDorosły ptak
total length
total length
wzdłuż osi ciała · od końca dzioba do końca ogonaMeasurement: side
- Mass
- 46.5–69 gDorosłe osobniki
Bohemian waxwing — size comparison
The Bohemian waxwing has a prominent crest, dark mask and yellow tail tip. Some flight feathers have red waxlike tips. It breeds in taiga and winters in woodlan
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wzdłuż osi ciała · od końca dzioba do końca ogonaReference values · details in the profiles
Total lengthScale in cm
05101520
approx. 18.1 cm
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Bohemian waxwing — size comparison — facts and sources
The Bohemian waxwing has a prominent crest, dark mask and yellow tail tip. Some flight feathers have red waxlike tips. It breeds in taiga and winters in woodland, parks and gardens.
Flocks follow abundant fruit and berries. One tree may attract many until resources are exhausted. Insects also feature, particularly when more available in warmer months.