About the Carolina Wren
The Carolina wren is a species of wren common in the eastern United States, the extreme south of Ontario, Canada, the northeast and southeast of Mexico, and into northern Central America. Severe winters restrict the northern limits of their range, while favorable weather conditions lead to a northward extension of their breeding range. Their preferred habitat is in dense cover in forest, farm edges, and suburban areas. This wren is the state bird of South Carolina.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wrens (Troglodytidae) |
| Species | Thryothorus ludovicianus |
| Species Codes | carwre, CARW, CBWR, CAWR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Carolina Wren belong to?
The Carolina Wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus) belongs to the Wrens family (Troglodytidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Carolina Wren?
The Carolina wren is a species of wren common in the eastern United States, the extreme south of Ontario, Canada, the northeast and southeast of Mexico, and into northern Central America. Severe winters restrict the northern limits of their range, while favorable weather conditions lead to a northwa...
Where can I report a Carolina Wren sighting?
You can log sightings of Carolina Wren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code carwre, or on iNaturalist.
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