Sumichrast's Wren (Hylorchilus sumichrasti)
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Sumichrast's Wren

Hylorchilus sumichrasti (Lawrence, 1871)

15–16 cmLength28 gWeight

Sumichrast's wren (Hylorchilus sumichrasti), also known as the slender-billed wren, is a species of bird in the family Troglodytidae.

Near Threatened

Where and when it's recorded

No records at the public birding hotspots we track. It may be rare, remote, or its locations protected.

About

Sumichrast's wren (Hylorchilus sumichrasti), also known as the slender-billed wren, is a species of bird in the family Troglodytidae. It is endemic to Mexico.

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Questions

How big is the Sumichrast's Wren?

The Sumichrast's Wren is about 15–16 cm long and weighs around 28 g.

Where does the Sumichrast's Wren live?

Its breeding range: Middle America: south-central Mexico.

Is the Sumichrast's Wren endangered?

The IUCN Red List classifies the Sumichrast's Wren as Near Threatened.

What does the Sumichrast's Wren eat?

Main food: Insects & other invertebrates.

What family is the Sumichrast's Wren in?

It belongs to the family Wrens (Troglodytidae), order Passerines (Passeriformes).

At a glance

Length
15–16 cm
Weight
28 g
Habitat
Forest
Diet
Insects & other invertebrates
Lifestyle
Varied
Migration
Resident (barely migrates)
Conservation
Near Threatened
More measurements
Wing
69 mm
Tail
41 mm
Bill
31 mm
Tarsus
29 mm

Averages from the AVONET dataset; length from field guides where available.

Range

Middle America: south-central Mexico

Breeding range, IOC World Bird List 15.2

Classification

Order
Passerines Passeriformes
Family
Wrens Troglodytidae
Genus
Hylorchilus

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Sumichrast's Wren

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