Banded Wren
Thryophilus pleurostictus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="thryophilus-pleurostictus"></birdfyi-bird>The Banded Wren (Thryophilus pleurostictus) is a bird species in the family Troglodytidae (wrens), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.8 cm and a weight of 18.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Banded Wren is a small wren of the family Troglodytidae found in dry forest and dense scrub from Mexico to Costa Rica. Weighing about 18.2g with a wingspan of 12.8cm, it has boldly barred flanks and white-streaked upperparts. It forages actively near the ground for insects in tangled undergrowth.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.8 cm | 5.0 in |
| Weight | 18.2 g | 0.64 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Troglodytidae (Wrens) |
| Genus | Thryophilus |
| Species | Thryophilus pleurostictus |
Distribution
Banded Wren has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Troglodytidae family