Bicolored Wren
Campylorhynchus griseus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="campylorhynchus-griseus"></birdfyi-bird>The Bicolored Wren (Campylorhynchus griseus) is a bird species in the family Troglodytidae (wrens), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 16.8 cm and a weight of 41.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
The Bicolored Wren is a large, conspicuous wren found in open woodland, dry scrub, and savanna edges in northern South America, from Colombia to northeastern Brazil. It has a grey and brown bicolored pattern with a boldly striped head and a loud, musical song. It is highly social, living in family groups that cooperatively defend territories and raise young.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.8 cm | 6.6 in |
| Weight | 41.75 g | 1.47 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 17 days. Fledging: 17 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Troglodytidae (Wrens) |
| Genus | Campylorhynchus |
| Species | Campylorhynchus griseus |
Distribution
Bicolored Wren has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Troglodytidae family