Wrentit
NameWrentit
Common NameWrentit
Scientific NameChamaea fasciata
FamilyChamaeidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsAdults have a grayish head and nape, often with a faint eye-ring. The back and wings are dull brownish-gray, while the underparts are typically rufous or cinnamon-brown, varying geographically. The tail is long and dark.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its distinctive, accelerating, bouncing ball-like trill, often preceded by a few sharp, introductory notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeResident along the Pacific coast of North America, from Oregon south through California into Baja California, Mexico.
Identifying FeaturesLong, cocked tail, Grayish head with pale eyes, Rufous or brownish underparts, Dense scrub habitat preference, Distinctive accelerating trill call
Description
The Wrentit is a small, secretive songbird characterized by its long, often cocked tail and drab plumage. It typically inhabits dense scrub, moving through the vegetation with agility.
