Ear to the Wild: Marsh Wrens at Kennedy Park in Napa

Marsh Wrens are about the size of a sparrow. They’re a rusty-brown color, with black and white markings that resemble eyebrows. These were recorded at Kennedy Park, in Napa. Listen carefully and you’ll hear a quick couple of “chuck” sounds, followed by the Marsh Wren’s “rapid fire” song. Marsh Wrens are found throughout most of North America. In summer their range extends up into Canada. And in winter they migrate south to Mexico. Marsh Wrens here on the Pacific coast look and sound a little different than those back east. All Marsh Wrens are about the size of a sparrow. They’re a rusty-brown color, with black and white markings that resemble eyebrows. Like other wrens, their tails stick up, rather than pointing straight back. These Marsh Wrens were recorded at Kennedy Park, in Napa. Listen carefully and you’ll hear a quick couple of “chuck” sounds, followed by the Marsh Wren’s “rapid fire” song.   Marsh Wrens at Kennedy Park, in Napa. Thanks for lending an Ear to the Wild. I’m Jack Hines. For more information, please visit eartothewild.com