Cedar and Bohemian Waxwings | The Peaceable Flock Birds

[@sanctifiedpath]

Lesley, Thursday I was astounded to observe at least between 40-50 of these beauty's drinking water in my backyard!!!!! I was beyond thrilled! Yay!

[@traog]

One of my favourites to see, as you mentioned, I usually hear them before I see them.

[@chrisa1146]

I've commented on your work before, re: cardinals. They are my favorite bird but the Cedar Waxwing is a close second. The markings and coloring of these birds is just stunning. Many years ago at my job, while seated at my desk, I was concentrating on the computer screen but suddenly had this strong feeling to turn and look out the window. I was stunned to see a flock of Waxwings, seemingly hundreds of them, covering the large shrub right outside the window. They were gobbling up the little red berries that were on the bush. It took them all of 10-15 minutes to strip it clean and then, just like that, they were gone. I've never seen another one of those birds since but they stole a piece of my heart that day! I was frozen just watching that beautiful sight. Never forgot it. 😊

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

From myself and my bird buddies, thank you ALL for watching. It's greatly appreciated! If you enjoyed the video please help the channel by Sharing, Liking, or Leaving a comment. It all helps me out tremendously!

[@pepperfjeld6223]

Thank you

[@bludaizee24]

Thank you for the great information! I saw a greenish bird in my yard the other day but I wasn't able to get a good enough photo of it to identify. It was with another bird who was kind of rust color. I live in Northern Alberta & we still have snow. I also have a friendly Ermine who I'm trying to coax away but I think the high concentration of squirrels, voles & field mice are why it's here. Then today I say what was I believe either a mink or marten. I'm leaning more towards a mink because there's a year round creek at the back of my property where there's also a beaver & dam. Your channel is most helpful to me!💞

[@nikolaslastname9480]

@@bludaizee24 Pine siskin? Golden-crowned kinglet? Those are thr only greenish birds I can think of here in AB right now.

[@bludaizee24]

@@nikolaslastname9480 Thank you for the names! I'm almost a total newbie when it comes to birding. So I'll have to look those up again since I've already forgotten which pictures go with which names when I was trying to figure it out last week! Lol They were bigger than Chickadees & Redpols, but smaller than Blue Jays. If you'd like a crack at my bad photos I could always post them on my IG if you're on there? If not I imagine I'll get it figured out eventually. This is my first spring at this place & it's the farthest I've lived out of town in many years. I do appreciate the help though! 🙏

[@nikolaslastname9480]

@@bludaizee24 Im fairly new too but I have becomed obsessed with birding. Its up to you if want you can post your IG. It can be fun figuring it out on your own you know? :) happy birding!

[@suecastillo4056]

I enjoyed that they sometimes catch snowflakes... how adorable can you get???!❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️

[@joefogle4874]

"Elegant" was the word I used when they were first identified to me.

[@Whateverhasbeenmynameforyears]

They are so pretty. Their feathers look so much smoother than other birds.

[@michaelstrauss6587]

One of my favorite birds. So beautiful.

[@c.ordunez5582]

I love how fair they are with eachother when it comes to food. Everybirdy gets a piece

[@BarcodeTeacup]

I love seeing them when they visit the apple trees. I like how smooth their feathers look and their fancy zoro mask, also their yellow and white highlights and their lovely crest. They are definitely some of the best dressed birds around. Great video.

[@jimmyjames2022]

Always enjoyed watching individuals and flocks of waxwings in Northern Canada. One winter I found a Bohemian Waxwing that had died hitting a bus shelter panel. I carefully looked over the beautiful feather colouration, seeing it so closely and in such rich detail made me even more of an admirer of these awesome birds.

[@weissrw1]

I most liked your description of the courtship trading of the berry back and forth. It seems so sweet and loving!

[@annabobanaasmr8411]

I looove these guys!! I first discovered them around my area two winters ago, and there were T O N S of them. So gorgeous and fun to watch too. That first clip is stunning

[@philhogan5978]

It's good they are a peaceable species. I watched some in a tree and they weren't very shy, allowing me to get pretty close to take pictures.

[@josephbailey4463]

This little video brought back memories of the twice yearly visits from the Waxwings to the fruit trees outside my window where I used to work. If I was lucky, they would stay for three days in the fall and spring. Sometimes it was only one day. It’s such a joy when they come to visit!

[@Peg-ee5ei]

I enjoyed the segment about the cedar wax wings. One year a pair built a nest in a bush right next to my deck. They took turns gathering nesting materials as the other watched from above. She laid 5 eggs. I sprayed fox urine below the area to keep cats from launching off my deck on to their nest. All five nestlings survived. My dachshund was just as fascinated by all of this as I was. It was a beautiful experience.

[@theberrby6836]

Wow a lovely experience.~ And you did a kind thing helping them indirectly

[@Peg-ee5ei]

@@theberrby6836 Thank you.😁

[@vistaprime]

where did you get fox urine?

[@hangover71]

One of my fav birds

[@klauskarbaumer6302]

Good that there isn't a bird police, they might arrest waxwings for flying 'under the influence'.

[@carlathedestructor2454]

I love learning that a group of them is called an "ear-full" or "museum". Such creative and imaginative language we used in the past.

[@BirdsandGhibliFan]

I loved that fact, too! 😊

[@sharksport01]

A group of Bohemian Waxwings is called a Rhapsody. 😅

[@Jackteal1]

I live in Central Oklahoma and this morning, Sunday, April 28, 2024, after our storms, I had a large gathering of the Bohemain waxwing eating the wild berries on both my trees! I was so excited because I have never seen then here before or anywhere around. I did a book ID to make sure and yes they were. I saw the male to female feeding and watched as several flocks traded feeding times...it was something I'll never forget!❤❤❤

[@wtglb]

I finally saw Waxwings a few years ago. Out of the blue a flock of them descended on the trees at work and were eating the berries, this was during the Winter. It was a real thrill to finally see one

[@carolynt9744]

Same thing happened for me a few years ago - at work - ground floor windows - a flock of these elegant waxwings eating red berries off of the bushes. We all gathered at the window wondering what kind of birds they were. That’s the only time I’ve ever seen these lovely birds. It was Autumn. How nice to learn how peaceful they are! Thank You Lesley for your wonderful channel! You’re truly a treasure! :)

[@vistaprime]

what berries were they eating?

[@JoanneFong]

Another timely video! I noticed a large flock of cedar waxwings showed up in my neighborhood a couple of weeks ago. I see them almost every morning while walking the dog. Now I understand their behavior of taking turns at the berry trees! Thank you for sharing!

[@cindybarton8562]

You have taught me that Waxwings, pair up with similarly aged mates. Being that they are a flock bird supprised me also. Around here I have seen only a couple Waxwings, here and there!!~* Thank you for this excellent video on these precious gentle birds!!~*💕💕💕

[@ChristopherHarle41048]

I enjoyed the whole video. Thank you for your research into the lives of these beautiful birds and for the great videography.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Many thanks!

[@alexandersalinas6538]

Happy Birding!

[@donloughrey1615]

Thank you for a nice piece of pleasantness on this beautiful day.

[@yesnomaybe1220]

This is a bird to get excited about.

[@vickibowen5617]

I Love Birds, so I enjoy everything you post. Thanks ever so much.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@riverunner9978]

I think the waxwings are so beautiful! 💕

[@briansquibb999]

It seems they have developed a teamwork lifestyle. That is extraordinary, especially when it comes to feeding. Thank you, Lesley, for this eye-opening video!

[@passinthru4328]

They are beautiful!

[@pamketron]

I love these birds. Sharing their food supply is just wonderful. Of all the birds, I would love to actually see one of these. They look so sophisticated and poised sitting in their flocks. No fussing or fighting for space or food. They truly are beautiful birds. 💕🦜🌲

[@cjcj6945]

What an extraordinary functioning flock they are!😊

[@morningdawnhello9342]

They come through every year around February and sweep through the town north of edmonton, eating up all the mountain ash berries on the trees in town. Love watching them though, nice to see them in Feb. When I lived in the country, they would nest in our yard in the summer, amongst the spruce trees, not too high up. I used to check on their nests and watch the babies grow up. Their biggest predator then was squirrels and merlins.

[@Jeni-ow1kl]

I absolutely ADORE All the waxwings!!;) Such ‘HAPPY’ birds! Thank you for the extra great video!

[@cheaplaughkennedy2318]

I really enjoy your episodes. The Waxwings are beautiful birds , I’ve seen them a few times here in Maryland. 👍👌

[@karena2685]

I live in Virginia and never seen these types of birds! They are beautiful!

[@lyndagrandmason4392]

300 berries in 2 hours!!! Sounds like a MAJOR tummy-ache! 🌞

[@eligibbard1439]

Sounds like a party to me

[@Blessed-2-b-a-Hembree]

I’ve heard that you do not want to walk underneath them.

[@davehendricks4824]

A major tummy ache is eating half a rhubarb pie in one sitting. Never again.

[@TamaraPHILIPPIANS43]

Wow!!! I thought it was cute that they stay within their own age range concerning mates. It makes sense, can see how a more mature bird would only want one that is of the same knowledge of nesting hence a more peaceful flock.☺Thank you so much!!

[@valerieschluger]

Beautiful birds.

[@donnabeaudin9114]

I love cedar waxwings they are so beautiful, they look like they are airbrushed! We witnessed a flock in our yard do exactly as you said Lesley, taking turns eating! Half would stay in the maple tree, waiting for the other group to eat out of the Crabtree! Then they would switch! I love the fact they are so peaceful too. If only people could take lessons from cedar waxwings 🙂❤️

[@lnghrnfn]

Cedar Waxwings come through here every year. They are SO strikingly beautiful! TFS- great video!

[@hunterrex232]

The sharing stood out to me

[@jackvoss5841]

My neighbor has a bird feeder. A mix of several kinds of birds come in to feed. Interestingly, they come in, in a line. They form several incoming lines in nearby trees and tall brush. They feed for a bit, and fly back to a line. Good manners - except the blue jays. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@nood1le]

Beatifuful birds. Never seen one in person

[@staufferfamily9629]

Such neat birds! Thanks for the information! I love how they take turns eating food in groups. 🙂

[@cantgetenoughoutdoors3258]

Love learning from your channel thanks for all the hard work!!!!

[@finddeniro]

In Northern Ohio I saw a Earful working a Crabapple Tree...Beautiful and They were Busy.

[@kimberlynewsom9876]

I love waxwings so much. Like you, I enjoyed learning about their peaceful nature, but I also enjoyed learning about their colorful tips. thank you!

[@ginafriend1690]

Did you know .. I think they are the most Beautiful birds, and I "wish" they'd return to my yard!!! Not to insult my Hummingbirds, Cards & Golden Finch BEAUTIES!!!! 😉❤

[@christelle9122]

I try to imagine your garden! It must be enchanting

[@ginafriend1690]

@@christelle9122 awe .. thanks 🥰 it truly is!! 😊🍀

[@s.w.3815]

I have Trumpet Flower bushes, not sure of exact genus, flowers are small n pink, very common, that turn into small, red berries. Theyre addicted to them! Try to find some!

[@ginafriend1690]

@@s.w.3815 Thank you. I will definitely research plant 🙌

[@s.w.3815]

@@ginafriend1690 youre quite welcome!

[@christelle9122]

I'm absolutely fascinated by these birds! I live in Switzerland and sometimes they pass by during their migration. It's very rare and I really hope to see them someday. Meanwhile, I'll be watching your beautiful clips! Thank you

[@patricialessard8651]

I love Cedar Waxwings. I live in New Hampshire and see allot of them. One February, a flock of them descended on a tree in front of my apartment that was covered with dried fruit. In a very short time they cleaned that tree of fruit! It was cool to see. Love your channel. Thank you and stay safe!

[@jonnyenough1531]

Drunk birds huh? Never thought I'd hear that

[@kemptonbryan]

I saw a flock of them today and was astounded by their beauty. I had never had the pleasure of seeing these birds before.

[@ldirk58601]

I love waxwings! I had no idea they were so peaceful. I can't get over how they look so smooth and perfect. One of my fave birds. Thanks!

[@debrabiderman4275]

I've always loved cedar waxwings. I liked learning about the wax tips

[@annesweeney5552]

I love how they get along . Taking turns eating and bathing. How wonderful ! The first time I ever saw a large ear full of wax wings it took my breath away I can still close my eyes and see the 50 to 75 birds all around me in the small trees with berries.It was magnificent to say the least.. I learned more about them it this great video thanks Leslie ! Happy spring

[@tonysopranosduck416]

I recently have been blessed with the Bohemian Waxwing crew and I squealed with excitement. They’re very subtle in colour compared to my other visitors but such a delight. I LOVE your channel!!! Keep doing you 💝💝💝

[@lgsadler9293]

Thank you, Lesley, for another informative and pleasant presentation. 🙂 Always look forward to the Cedar Waxwings arriving here, in May, in SE Ontario. True, they're heard before seen! The first time I saw them, there were about 35 perched on the Poplar branches. Their tunes were pure tranquility.🎵 Oh, just to ad, there are oodles of Starlings here throughout the year.

[@VanessaG1229]

I love cedar waxwings! I consider them my favorite birds. Those shots of them in the crabapple are gorgeous, and I had no idea they eat flower petals. Thanks for the great video.

[@theteenagegardener]

Yesterday I got to witness something very cool, two Cardinals courting up in a tree. The male was fluttering its wings, swaying back and forth and calling, while the female was on another nearby branch. The male got closer and closer to the female, and then she was like “Get away from me!” And flew away from the male. Obviously, the male followed the female to the other tree, and the process repeated about 10 times until I had to go home from the creek. It was such a fun and cool thing to watch, and I told all of my family about it when I got home. Anyways, Thank you so much for the video Lesley! It was a wonderful way to end my Sunday.

[@gargould7186]

Luv Gamez 🤩

[@cjcj6945]

That's awesome!👍🤗

[@QuinnEthanR]

Every time I look up a bird, I hope thay you've posted about them. Absolutely thrilled to find thay you've talked about waxwings!!

[@alicemcpherson7961]

Years ago when I lived in the country in Colorado, a flock of waxwings came through to eat the berries on the Russian Olive trees. The ones that were to intoxicated to fly took refuge in my back yard. I was able to capture one and take it to a vet who specializes in wild birds. He told me to take it home and let it sober up so that he could find his way to the rest of the flock. I had never heard of this before. I let him sober up overnight and released him in the morning. He flew off in the direction that the flock left in. Apparently in his drunken state he did remember where the flock was headed to after the feast 😉. Thank you Leslie for this amazing video.

[@sumdumdog]

So nice to learn more about these guys. Definitely understand the "happy camper" piece. I was happily visited by a bunch of Cedar Waxwings at my birdbath, having a good ol' time with the American Robins. They were so polite with each other, taking turns, always maintaining a full circle around it. Never seen different species so cooperative before.

[@larrylane9872]

Your very thorough , Information birdnerd Queen!! They are beautiful birds!

[@catyear75]

I see Waxwings so rarely that I feel like I’ve won a lottery when I do !

[@vcr210]

Thank you Leslie for featuring these birds. They are frequent visitors at my pond.

[@connieh.4689]

I was a wildlife rehabber...waxing adults came into my care over the years. Such a interesting bird.😊

[@connieh.4689]

Haha...just noticed spell check redo...waxing?

[@dwelch3114]

this is my favorite bird, thanks for the episode. North Idaho

[@infopubs]

I enjoyed hearing the call and learning that they have no true song. So interesting! I always like it when you include bird vocalizations in your videos :)

[@--SHEPHERD-OF-MOTHER-EARTH--]

Been getting these at the birdbath lately cool looking birdies🐦🐦🐦

[@joseenoel8093]

Lucky you!

[@patriciavincent5076]

Just watched a beautiful flock of Bohemian Waxwings feeding and sharing fruit in our Hawthorne. Just magical!

[@davidanderson-22]

Waxwings have been a favorite of mine ever since my first sighting of one on the bushes along my front porch here in Middle TN. And now they're even more of a favorite due to their peaceful nature. Thanks Lesley!

[@silkeden1]

In the praising style of Nero Wolfe: "Satisfactory!"

[@thecoadventurer5010]

Before I saw your channel I never knew anything about birds. Now I feel like someday there will be a time when someone asks me about a bird and I spew out the facts I learned from this channel.(I love how entertaining and educational this channel is.)

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Thats awesome. Thanks

[@cjcj6945]

Totally agree!🕊

[@joshplog321]

Same here! Always recognizing calls now.

[@PragmaticEmpath]

Wow this bird is so symbolic to me. Thank you for sharing this! I always find them at special times in my life.

[@doughunter3967]

Lesley i have always loved these birds, now i love them more, knowing that they smooch and give each oter presents, haha... i walked under a flock of hundreds on the way home from high school in 1970 , i won't do that again, the snow was COUVERED wit red dots, haha...i wonder if that banded bird was up there?...Creator bless...doug (sask)

[@sawatisbillings8759]

Love Waxwings. Nyaweh Leslie!

[@lyndagrandmason4392]

Sgenoh 🌞 (Nyaweh = Onondaga for Thank You🌞)

[@nicatee8737]

I love them! I only see them twice a year during their migration through MN. They stop in my yard and bath in my waterfall. It is such a joy to see them.

[@Talonflamez]

Ahhhhh Lesley it’s so adorable when you say “about” ! I just adore the Canadian accent!

[@turnstilerockets]

Yay Waxwings! I have had fun experiences with both species! In my neighbourhood, we get Cedar Waxwings and I tried getting good pictures of them but they kept moving out of sight! Little camera shy birds! Very adorable nonetheless! One time during the winter when we were going for a walk in our local provincial park, we encountered a huge museum of Bohemian Waxwings up in a tree chirping up a storm! Unfortunately we didn't stick around to see them fly away in unison as we were there for exercise but it was a cool experience nonetheless! Funny-sounding fruit eaters!

[@chrislindsay3104]

I once saw an "earful" clean my 13 Indian Hawthorn bushes in just minutes! The sound was more than an "earful" though.

[@wendynordstrom3487]

Just so beautiful and sleek!

[@chobeeboy44]

There are a few flocks down here in Central Florida right now. The Loquat trees are fruiting heavily right now, so they have plenty to munch on.

[@rockfishmiller]

We like to leave one of our Blueberry bushes in late summer for these beautiful birds. One of my top 5. Thanks for posting, you ROCK.

[@PegEOisme]

I enjoyed this so much. We don't see Washington normally in the high desert, but one day a whole "museum" of them stopped by the ranch we were living on in southeastern Oregon. They were just passing through, but it was so much fun to watch them. Thank you for another enjoyable video.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Babbajune]

Beautiful birds! ❤️

[@apolloreinard7737]

Unusually unique species.

[@Rain9Quinn]

I love when these show up! So short a visit, i usually miss them.

[@stonehaven]

Love your work.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Thank you!

[@JB-dz1zc]

What I like about the Waxwings is they live the nomadic life style. Owning nothing, not over staying in one place to long, and getting along with one another. Share and share alike, something humans don't seem to do very well. Great video, these keep me interested, thanks for your work+

[@kingfish5885]

Always loved having these beautiful birds visiting my land since I was a young lad.. Never realized that I was looking at an earful or museum of Waxwings. Another very informative and enjoyable video. Understanding the mating reasoning of the red waxy tips answers questions I have always wondered about the different number of red tips. They stay high in the trees here in NC, USA. One of the most beautiful plumage of any birds in the USA. Thanks Lesley.. Outstanding job! Happy Birding 🐥😎

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jameswarnett]

Thank You 😊 ❗️

[@mollysimmons2960]

I’m lucky to have a large mulberry tree the Cedar wax-wings come every year. They know when the tree is at it’s peak... tons of mulberries, enough for me & everyone for weeks. When there’s a “museum” of about 50 to 60 they fill the air with the sweet sighing whistle call. I always hear them before I see them. I love how beautiful & magical these birds are. So Beautiful & special. I love drinking my coffee & watching them swallow the berries whole😁 counting who can swallow the most, 8 to 10 seems to be the limit👏🏼😉

[@thenaturekid3739]

I once had a mixed flock of Waxwings and Starlings eat figs in my fig tree.

[@ticadoris1]

Thanks for producing this video. I just rescued a cedar waxwing and hopefully the wild bird care centre I took it too will be able to treat its injuries. It’s especially wonderful that they are peaceable flock birds.

[@iastorgaphotos]

It wasn’t until I took up nature photography that I saw cedar waxwings at a local park. I had never seen one before! They are beautiful masked creatures. Thank you for your informative and lovely vlog! 🙏🏼

[@dennisfeldmann7399]

Leslie thank you so much for this video very informative really enjoyed it have a happy birding day

[@travisbicklejr]

Great video as always! Would love to see you do one on the Osprey!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

One of my favorite birds. I will try this year

[@codeN_8]

I had a museum of cedar wax wings hang in my yard for hours one winter. They are so lovely!