A small, inconspicuous wren known for its striking white belly contrasting with a browner back. It inhabits the dry tropical forests and scrublands of Central America.
Where to spot
Dry tropical forests, scrub, and deciduous woodlands of Mexico and parts of Central America, including Guatemala and Honduras.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, often rapid and bubbly song. Look for it foraging low in dense, thorny bushes or on the ground, often flicking its tail.
When to spot
Present year-round. Best observed during the breeding season when males are more vocal, typically early morning.
Where to spot
Dry tropical forests, scrub, and deciduous woodlands of Mexico and parts of Central America, including Guatemala and Honduras.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, often rapid and bubbly song. Look for it foraging low in dense, thorny bushes or on the ground, often flicking its tail.
When to spot
Present year-round. Best observed during the breeding season when males are more vocal, typically early morning.
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Unlike many wrens, the White-bellied Wren prefers drier, more open habitats, often found in thorny scrub and deciduous forests.
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