About the Southern House Wren
The Southern House Wren (Troglodytes musculus) is a species of bird in the Wrens family (Troglodytidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 96 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code houwre4 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wrens (Troglodytidae) |
| Species | Troglodytes musculus |
| Species Codes | houwre4, SHOW, SHWR, HOWR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern House Wren belong to?
The Southern House Wren (Troglodytes musculus) belongs to the Wrens family (Troglodytidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Southern House Wren?
The Southern House Wren is a member of the Wrens family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Southern House Wren sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern House Wren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code houwre4, or on iNaturalist.