About the Rufous-backed Wren
The rufous-backed wren is a songbird of the family Troglodytidae. It is a resident breeding species from southwest Mexico to northwestern Costa Rica.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wrens (Troglodytidae) |
| Species | Campylorhynchus capistratus |
| Species Codes | runwre4, RBAW, RBWR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-backed Wren belong to?
The Rufous-backed Wren (Campylorhynchus capistratus) belongs to the Wrens family (Troglodytidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-backed Wren?
The rufous-backed wren is a songbird of the family Troglodytidae. It is a resident breeding species from southwest Mexico to northwestern Costa Rica....
Where can I report a Rufous-backed Wren sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-backed Wren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code runwre4, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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