Riverside Wren
NameRiverside Wren
Common NameRiverside Wren
Scientific NameCantorchilus semibadius
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsFeatures a rufous crown and nape, contrasting with a boldly striped black and white face, including a prominent supercilium and malar stripe. The back and wings are dark brown with fine barring, while the underparts from throat to belly are heavily barred black and white. The tail is dark brown with fine black barring.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a loud, complex, and musical song, often described as a series of clear, ringing whistles and trills, sometimes delivered in a duet. Calls include sharp 'chick' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Pacific slope of southwestern Costa Rica and western Panama.
Identifying FeaturesRufous crown and nape, Black and white striped face, Heavily barred underparts, Long, slender, slightly decurved bill, Found near water in dense forest
Description
This medium-sized wren is characterized by its rufous crown and nape, striking black-and-white barred face, and heavily barred underparts. It typically forages in dense undergrowth along rivers and streams, often flicking its tail while searching for insects.
