Family: Timaliidae, Wrentits view all from this family
Description ADULT From north of range typically has mostly
brownish upperparts including tail, grading to grayish on crown
and face; note the hint of a pale supercilium. Throat is pinkish
buff and streaked, and underparts are otherwise streaked pinkish
buff grading to gray-buff on flanks. Legs and short, pointed
bill are dark. From south of range has plumage that is grayer
overall, both above and below. JUVENILE Similar to adult.
Dimensions Length: 6-6 1/2" (15-17 cm) Habitat Common and rather
sedentary resident of chaparral woodland. Observation Tips
Skulking habits mean that patience is often needed to get a
good, prolonged view. Range California, Northwest Voice Song of
male is an accelerating series of abrupt whistles, ending in a
trill; that of female is more even and without the trill. All
birds utter a rattling call. Discussion Charming little bird
that is rather secretive and unobtrusive for much of the time.
Recognized by its squat body, proporti