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Canyon Wren

Catherpes mexicanus

Photo by joanbstanley
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Description:

Medium wren with rust-brown upperparts, fine white spots on gray-brown back, nape, and crown, white throat and breast, and chestnut belly. Tail is long and brown with thin black bars. Head has a flattened appearance; bill is long, slender, and slightly decurved.

Habitat:

Wildlife habitat yard.

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PublishedOctober 7, 2014

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