Cedar Waxwings

Cedar Waxwings (Bombycilla cedrorum) are migratory birds visiting our region from September through May.  They are 'intensive foragers" of fruit; up to 90% of their diet!  Waxwings are incredibly beautiful birds having red tips to their wings and a band of bright yellow on their tail feathers.  They are nomadic birds in constant search for fruit.

Grow native shrubs and trees that bear fruit for these migratory birds rather than an invasive plant like Privet.  While waxwings love the berries the spread of invasive species should be reduced. 

Fruit bearing native trees and shrubs include coffee berry, elderberry, toyon, hackberry, currants and also the vine California grape.

 

Cedar Waxwing