Russet-naped Wren
NameRusset-naped Wren
Common NameRusset-naped Wren
Scientific NameCampylorhynchus rufinucha
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)27
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)34.5
Plumage DetailsFeatures a prominent rufous (russet) nape and crown, contrasting with a bold white supercilium and a dark eye-line extending from the bill. The throat and breast are white, fading to buffy or pale brown on the flanks and belly. The back, wings, and tail are distinctly barred with brown and black.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, chattering, and often duetting songs, which can be quite complex. Calls include harsh churring notes and sharp 'chek' or 'churr' sounds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Pacific slope of southern Mexico (from Oaxaca to Chiapas) and Central America, including Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.
Identifying FeaturesRufous nape and crown, Prominent white supercilium, Dark eye-line and malar stripe, Barred back, wings, and tail, Relatively large size for a wren, Loud, chattering song
Description
The Russet-naped Wren is a relatively large wren known for its striking facial pattern and loud, complex vocalizations. It typically forages in pairs or small family groups within dense vegetation, often in dry or semi-open habitats.
