What Are Waxwings?
Waxwings are a favorite of many birders and backyard naturalists. Their striking crests and sharp color accents, make them easy to distinguish from the other birds. They get their name from the unique red waxy tip on the end of their wings and a yellow waxy tip on their tails. These red wax-like tips depend on the species, but in the case of the Japanese Waxwing, this trait is often lacking and replaced by bright red or pink spots.
What do they eat?
They eat mostly berries and insects. The majority of their diet is berries … Continue