Campylorhynchus nuchalis
The Stripe-backed Wren (Campylorhynchus nuchalis) is a striking and highly social member of the Troglodytidae family, distinguished by its robust build and intricate plumage. Measuring approximately 16.5 to 18 cm (6.5-7 inches) in length and weighing around 30-35 grams, this medium-large wren exhibits a distinctive pattern of heavy black and white streaking across its entire upperparts, from the back to the rump, giving it its common name. Its most prominent field marks include a black crown ...
Found primarily in tropical dry forests, savannas, scrublands, and gallery forests, often in arid to semi-arid regions with scattered trees and dense undergrowth. Typically occurs at elevations from sea level up to about 1000 meters.
Primarily insectivorous, feeding on a variety of insects, their larvae, and other small arthropods. They forage by gleaning and probing on tree bark, foliage, and the ground.
Stripe-backed Wrens are highly social and diurnal, living in extended family groups of up to 10-15 individuals, including a breeding pair and several non-breeding helpers. These groups maintain a permanent territory year-round, defending it vocally and sometimes physically against rivals. They fo...
The Stripe-backed Wren is endemic to Venezuela, where it is a resident species found throughout much of the northern and central parts of the country. Its distribution extends across the llanos (tropical grasslands) of the Orinoco basin, reaching into the foothills and lower slopes of the Venezue...
Least Concern
- The Stripe-backed Wren is an obligate cooperative breeder, meaning a breeding pair always relies on non-breeding 'helpers' to raise their young. - Family groups can consist of up to 15 individuals, all contributing to the communal life of the territory. - They build multiple domed nests within ...