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Adult (Northern) © Evan Lipton
Adult (Northern) © Jack Parlapiano
Adult (Northern) © Luke Seitz
Adult (Central American) © Georges Duriaux
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Habitat © Alex Lamoreaux

Rock Wren Salpinctes obsoletus

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Identification

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True to its name, almost always found in rocky areas, especially on rocky slopes. Pale grayish wren with rather long, slightly decurved bill. Also look for fine salt-and-pepper speckling on upperparts, light buffy wash on sides, and black-and-white bars on undertail coverts. Southernmost birds, especially in Honduras, are more heavily marked. Often perches conspicuously and bobs up and down. Compare with Canyon Wren, which can be found in similar habitats. Rock Wren is paler overall and lacks rich rufous tones. Listen for ringing song and calls.

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