Cedar waxwing’s namesake wingtips

Photo by Chris Bosak A cedar waxwing looks for berries in a park in New England, January 2021.

Cedar waxwings are a favorite bird of many people as they are one of the more interesting-looking birds we have in New England. Many people may wonder where it gets its unique name. As the photo shows, the wingtips look as if they are dipped in red wax, hence the name.

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