The Superciliaried Wren is a small, active wren distinguished by its prominent white supercilium, or 'eyebrow'. It is a common and vocal resident of dry forests and scrub in western South America.
Where to spot
Inhabits dry deciduous forests, arid scrub, and thorn forests along the Pacific slope of southwestern Ecuador and northwestern Peru.
How to spot
Explore the dry forest and scrub habitats. Listen for its loud, clear song. Look for a small wren foraging in dense vegetation, often near the ground, and easily identify it by its bold white eyebrow.
When to spot
A year-round resident. Most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Inhabits dry deciduous forests, arid scrub, and thorn forests along the Pacific slope of southwestern Ecuador and northwestern Peru.
How to spot
Explore the dry forest and scrub habitats. Listen for its loud, clear song. Look for a small wren foraging in dense vegetation, often near the ground, and easily identify it by its bold white eyebrow.
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 'superciliaris' specific epithet directly refers to its prominent white eyebrow, a key identification feature.
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