Northern Chestnut-breasted Wren
NameNorthern Chestnut-breasted Wren
Common NameNorthern Chestnut-breasted Wren
Scientific NameCyphorhinus thoracicus
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)34
Plumage DetailsThe head is dark grey to black, contrasting sharply with the bright rufous-chestnut throat and upper breast. The back, wings, and tail are a darker rufous-brown, with flanks often showing a similar dark rufous hue.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its remarkably rich, complex, and musical song, often consisting of a series of clear, fluty whistles and varied phrases. It also produces sharp alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru, typically at elevations between 1,000 and 2,500 meters.
Identifying Featuresdark head, rufous-chestnut breast, stocky body, complex musical song, dense forest habitat
Description
A medium-sized, stocky wren characterized by its striking dark head contrasting with a rich rufous-chestnut throat and breast. It typically forages in the dense understory of montane forests, often heard more than seen due to its complex vocalizations.
