The Coraya Wren is a medium-sized, active wren found in the Andean foothills and Amazonian lowlands. It is characterized by its bold rufous plumage and prominent supercilium.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid lowland and foothill forests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth along the eastern slopes of the Andes and into the western Amazon basin.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, varied, and often musical song. Look for a medium-sized wren foraging in dense undergrowth, often near the ground or low branches. Its rufous plumage and eyebrow are good field marks.
When to spot
A year-round resident. Most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid lowland and foothill forests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth along the eastern slopes of the Andes and into the western Amazon basin.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, varied, and often musical song. Look for a medium-sized wren foraging in dense undergrowth, often near the ground or low branches. Its rufous plumage and eyebrow are good field marks.
When to spot
A year-round resident. Most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its common name 'Coraya' is derived from a local indigenous name, reflecting its presence in South American indigenous territories.
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