Mountain wren

The mountain wren is a species of bird in the family Troglodytidae. It is found in the Andes of northwestern Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and western Venezuela.

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Distribution

Region

Andes Mountains

Typical Environment

Occurs from western Venezuela through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and into northwestern Argentina. It favors humid montane and cloud forests, especially moss-laden and elfin forest near the tree line. Common in bamboo (Chusquea) thickets, along shaded streams, and at forest edges and clearings with dense shrubbery. Often occupies ravines and areas rich in epiphytes and bromeliads where it gleans arthropods.

Altitude Range

1500–3800 m

Climate Zone

Highland

Characteristics

Size10–12 cm

Wing Span15–18 cm

Male Weight0.011 kg

Female Weight0.01 kg

Life Expectancy5 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 1/5

Useful to know

A small Andean wren of mossy cloud forests, it forages nimbly through bromeliads and dense understory with its tail often held cocked. Its rich, musical series of whistles and trills carries far and is a key clue to its presence in foggy, high-elevation habitats. It is largely insectivorous and helps control arthropod populations. Typically seen in pairs that defend territories year-round.

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Behaviour

Temperament

skulking but active; territorial in pairs

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats with low, direct dashes between cover

Social Behavior

Typically found singly or in pairs that maintain territories year-round. Nests are domed or globular and placed in cavities, banks, or dense vegetation lined with moss. Both parents tend the nest and feed the young.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

Loud, musical series of clear whistles and rich trills, often delivered from concealed perches. Calls include sharp scolds and chatter when alarmed. Song carries well through dense, humid forest.

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Identification

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Preferred Environment

Requires Supplement

Population

Conservation Status

Species Status

Wild Population

Total Known Population

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