Rufous-backed Wren
NameRufous-backed Wren
Common NameRufous-backed Wren
Scientific NameCampylorhynchus rufinucha
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)21.5
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)31.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features a prominent rufous back and nape, contrasting with heavily barred black and white wings and tail. The underparts are whitish, and the head displays a clear white supercilium above a dark eye-line, with a streaked crown.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, complex, and often duetting songs, which consist of a series of chattering, whistling, and bubbling notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the lowlands of eastern and southern Mexico, extending south through Central America to Costa Rica.
Identifying Featuresrufous back, barred wings and tail, white supercilium, dark eye-line, streaked crown, white underparts
Description
This medium-sized wren is characterized by its striking rufous back, heavily barred wings and tail, and a distinctive facial pattern. It is an active and vocal bird, often observed foraging in pairs or small groups within dense undergrowth and trees.
