White-headed Wren
NameWhite-headed Wren
Common NameWhite-headed Wren
Scientific NameCampylorhynchus albobrunneus
FamilyTroglodytidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsThe head, throat, and breast are pure white. The back, wings, and tail are dark brown, often with a rufous cast. The belly and flanks are also white, sometimes with faint brownish mottling.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include loud, ringing, and complex songs, often incorporating chattering and whistling notes. They have a varied repertoire of calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in eastern Panama, western and central Colombia, and northwestern Ecuador.
Identifying FeaturesPure white head and underparts, Dark brown back and wings, Relatively large size for a wren, Long, slightly decurved bill
Description
The White-headed Wren is a striking medium-sized wren characterized by its pure white head and underparts, contrasting sharply with its dark brown back and wings. It is an active and vocal bird, typically found foraging in the understory of humid tropical forests.
