Apolinar's Wren vs Plain-tailed Wren
Cistothorus apolinari compared with Pheugopedius euophrys
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Apolinar's Wren | Plain-tailed Wren |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cistothorus apolinari | Pheugopedius euophrys |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Troglodytidae | Troglodytidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 10.8 cm (4.3 in) | 13.9 cm (5.5 in) |
| Weight | 17.85 g (0.63 oz) | 26.916666666666668 g (0.95 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Apolinar's Wren
Least Concern
Plain-tailed Wren
About These Birds
Apolinar's Wren
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.