The stripe-throated wren is a species of bird in the family Troglodytidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama.
Region
Chocó–Darién (eastern Panama, western Colombia, northwest Ecuador)
Typical Environment
This species inhabits humid lowland and foothill rainforests, especially dense understory, vine tangles, and forest-edge thickets. It is found from eastern Panama through the Colombian Pacific slope into northwestern Ecuador. It often occurs along streams, in second growth adjacent to primary forest, and in overgrown clearings. The species is locally common where continuous forest remains but becomes scarce in heavily fragmented landscapes.
Altitude Range
0–1200 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
The stripe-throated wren is a skulking forest songbird of the Chocó–Darién region, often detected by its rich, antiphonal duets between mates. It prefers dense tangles and thickets, making brief, low flights and spending most of its time close to the ground. Habitat loss in lowland rainforests is its main regional threat.
Temperament
secretive and active
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats with low, brief flights
Social Behavior
Usually found in pairs or small family groups that keep close contact in dense cover. Pairs maintain territories and perform coordinated duets. Nests are placed low in thick vegetation, often domed or well-concealed structures.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
A loud, rich series of whistles and trills delivered as perfectly timed antiphonal duets by the pair. Calls include sharp chips and scolds when alarmed, with more mellow phrases during territory advertising.
