Timberline Wren
A species of Timberline Wren Scientific name : Thryorchilus browni Genus : Timberline Wren
Timberline Wren, A species of Timberline Wren
Botanical name: Thryorchilus browni
Genus: Timberline Wren
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Description
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Description
The timberline wren (Thryorchilus browni) is a species of bird in the family Troglodytidae. It is monotypic within the genus Thryorchilus. It is found in Costa Rica and western Panama, where its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Size
10 cm
Feeding Habits
Timberline Wren primarily feeds on spiders, caterpillars, and small insects, foraging within its high-altitude habitat. It exhibits specialized hunting techniques that cater to its mountainous environment, demonstrating unique dietary preferences compared to other birds.
Habitat
Timberline Wren is typically found in the high-altitude environments at the upper edge of the tree zone, particularly within the páramo and near-páramo ecosystems. These birds favor habitats that include bamboo thickets and isolated bush patches that offer shelter. They occupy a range generally between 2800–3600 meters above sea level but can occasionally be found as low as 2200 meters. Timberline Wren is not typically associated with urban areas or wetlands but is well adapted to the unique conditions of mountainous grasslands and scrublands.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Wrens Genus
Timberline Wren Species
Timberline Wren