The genus Seiurus consists of three species; the Ovenbird, Northern Waterthrush and Louisiana Waterthrush.
These birds are terrestrial feeders always found near water. They have brown or olive upperparts and streaked or spotted underparts. Tail-bobbing behavior is shown by the Waterthrushes. The Ovenbird has a bold eye ring and tail-cocking behavior. Their songs are loud and ringing.
