Sumichrast's Wren
NameSumichrast's Wren
Common NameSumichrast's Wren
Scientific NameHylorchilus sumichrasti
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is uniformly rufous-brown on the upperparts, becoming slightly paler buffy-brown on the underparts. It has a faint, indistinct buffy supercilium and a relatively long, slender, slightly decurved dark bill.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, complex, and musical song, which consists of a series of rich, bubbling trills and whistles, often delivered from within dense vegetation or rocky crevices.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to a restricted area of central Veracruz and adjacent Puebla in eastern Mexico, primarily found in humid evergreen and semi-deciduous forests within limestone karst regions.
Identifying FeaturesLong, slender, slightly decurved bill, Uniform rufous-brown plumage, Association with limestone karst and caves, Loud, complex, musical song
Description
Sumichrast's Wren is a medium-sized, plain brown wren known for its association with limestone karst regions and caves. It is a shy and elusive bird, often heard more than seen, foraging for invertebrates among rocks and leaf litter.
