Wrens
Birds of the Month - June 2008
There's a Wren In My Plant!
What should you do if a wren has built a nest in your potted plant?
You can still care for your plant. Just water it as you would normally, usually every few days. Just be sure that you water around the nest and don't leave water standing in the potted plant.
The wren may scold you as you come near her nest, but she will return to the nest after you have watered the plant.
Enjoy watching her raise her young!
House Wrens build nests of twigs and grass. They lay approximately 6 to 7 white eggs. The incubation time is 12 to 15 days. Wrens will lay 2 broods in the nesting season (typically April to July).
The male House Wren builds several nests and the female chooses which nest she prefers. The other nests may be used by the male to raise a second brood with another female and will remain in place to discourage other male wrens from nesting in the same territory.