Black-throated Wren
NameBlack-throated Wren
Common NameBlack-throated Wren
Scientific NameCantorchilus nigricapillus
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)14
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)16
Plumage DetailsThe head and throat are solid black, extending to the upper breast. A faint whitish supercilium (eyebrow stripe) may be present. The upperparts, wings, and flanks are a rich rufous-brown, while the belly is paler, often buffy or whitish. The tail is dark with subtle barring.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a loud, ringing, and complex song consisting of clear, whistled phrases, often with a churring or bubbling quality. It can be quite varied and energetic.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central America, from eastern Honduras south through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama, extending into northwestern Colombia and western Ecuador.
Identifying FeaturesBlack throat and cap, Rufous-brown body, Small size, Loud, complex song, Active in dense undergrowth
Description
The Black-throated Wren is a small, active songbird characterized by its striking black throat and cap, contrasting with rich rufous-brown plumage. It typically forages in dense undergrowth of tropical forests, often heard more than seen due to its loud, complex song.
