Canyon wren
Catherpes mexicanus
The canyon wren (Catherpes mexicanus) is a small North American songbird of the wren family Troglodytidae.
About the Canyon wren
The canyon wren (Catherpes mexicanus) is a small North American songbird of the wren family Troglodytidae. A non-migratory species, these birds are found throughout western North America in dry, rocky environments such as cliffs, outcrops, and canyons. It is a small bird that is hard to see on its rocky habitat, and is often located by its loud distinctive song. It is currently in a monotypic taxon and is the only species in the genus Catherpes.
Fun Facts About Canyon wren
- It is a small bird that is hard to see on its rocky habitat, and is often located by its loud distinctive song.
- The canyon wren (Catherpes mexicanus) is a small North American songbird of the wren family Troglodytidae.
- It is currently in a monotypic taxon and is the only species in the genus Catherpes.
- A non-migratory species, these birds are found throughout western North America in dry, rocky environments such as cliffs, outcrops, and canyons.
Conservation Status
The Canyon wren is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | passerines |
| Family | Troglodytidae |
| Genus | Catherpes |
| Species | Catherpes mexicanus |
Range & Habitat
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