Psst! Hey Buddy, Wanna Buy A Watch?
Marsh wrens serve a vital role in sloughs across the Pacific Northwest, acting as fences of shoddy or stolen merchandise. Be on your guard should one spot you, as it’s hard to resist their low, low prices!
One nice thing about this view of a preening marsh wren is that you can see the little white arrows that shoot down the dark patch at the top of its back, my favorite aspect of their plumage.
Tags: birds, marsh wren, Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, Washington