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Canyon Wren

Catherpes mexicanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Troglodytidae ›Genus: Catherpes

About

The canyon wren (Catherpes mexicanus) is a small North American songbird of the wren family Troglodytidae. It is resident throughout its range and is generally found in arid, rocky cliffs, outcrops, and canyons. It is a small bird that is hard to see on its rocky habitat; however, it can be heard throughout the canyons by its distinctive loud and beautiful song. It is currently in a monotypic taxon and is the only species in the...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Canyon Wren?
The scientific name of Canyon Wren is Catherpes mexicanus.
What is the conservation status of Canyon Wren?
The Canyon Wren has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Canyon Wren belong to?
Canyon Wren belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Canyon Wren belong to?
Canyon Wren belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Canyon Wren belong to?
Canyon Wren belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Canyon Wren belong to?
Canyon Wren belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Canyon Wren belong to?
Canyon Wren belongs to the family Troglodytidae.
What genus does Canyon Wren belong to?
Canyon Wren belongs to the genus Catherpes.