Waxwings are characterised by soft silky plumage and unique red tips to some of the wing feathers. There are 3 species in this genus. Two species (Cedar and Bohemian waxwings) can be found in North America. The wing tips look like sealing wax, and give the group its name. The legs are short and strong, and the wings are pointed. The male and female have the same plumage. They have mainly brown plumage, a black line through the eye and black under the chin, a square-ended tail with a red or yellow tip, and a pointed crest. The bill, eyes, and feet are dark. Calls are high-pitched, buzzing or trilling monosyllables
