Apolinar's Wren vs Timberline Wren
Cistothorus apolinari compared with Thryorchilus browni
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Apolinar's Wren | Timberline Wren |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cistothorus apolinari | Thryorchilus browni |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Troglodytidae | Troglodytidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 10.8 cm (4.3 in) | 10.0 cm (3.9 in) |
| Weight | 17.85 g (0.63 oz) | 14.0 g (0.49 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Apolinar's Wren
Least Concern
Timberline 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.