SOME OHIO BIRDS 
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largely picked up on or near the ground. Ground beetles and grass¬ 
hoppers compose 50 percent of their whole fare; caterpillars and 
spiders a large part of the balance. Their hunting is done in the 
vicinity of the nest, as they are weak fliers. Thus, they are of 
especial value wherever they nest. Six species are found in the 
state, only two being of common and general distribution and which 
are, therefore, of much economic importance. 
CAROLINA WREN, Thryothorus hidovicianus ludovicianus (Lath.) 
This Wren is found in winter and summer alike. Unlike the 
House Wren, with which this species is frequently confused, its 
favorite haunt is the tangle of the forest. Its loud, rollicking song 
may be heard in winter as well as in summer. The trespasser on 
this bird’s domain is informed of the owner’s presence by a series of 
chattering, scolding notes, issuing from the depths of a brush pile. 
From this safe retreat, every move of the intruder is watched. 
HOUSE WREN AT NEST 
Fig. 6. From Bird Lore, Vol. 9, No. 5. Photo by F. L. Holts. 
This is the largest of the Wrens and can be distinguished from 
the House Wren by a conspicuous whitish line over the eye, as well 
as by its larger size. 
