Apolinar's Wren
Cistothorus apolinari
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Endangered
Wingspan
10.8 cm
Weight
17.85 g
Family
Troglodytidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
Apolinar's Wren is an endangered marsh wren endemic to Colombia's Eastern Andes, weighing about 18 grams with a wingspan near 11 cm. It inhabits reed beds and wetland vegetation in high-altitude bogotá savanna wetlands. Severe habitat loss from wetland drainage has pushed this secretive wren toward endangerment.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.8 cm | 4.3 in |
| Weight | 17.85 g | 0.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Troglodytidae (Wrens) |
| Genus | Cistothorus |
| Species | Cistothorus apolinari |
Distribution
Apolinar's Wren has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apolinar's Wren endangered?
The Apolinar's Wren has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Apolinar's Wren nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the Apolinar's Wren?
The Apolinar's Wren has a wingspan of 10.8 cm, weight of 17.85 g.
What order and family does the Apolinar's Wren belong to?
The Apolinar's Wren (Cistothorus apolinari) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Troglodytidae.
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