Apolinar's Wren
Cistothorus apolinari
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Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
This species exclusively inhabits high-altitude wetlands and marshes between 2,500-3,100 meters elevation in Colombia's Eastern Cordillera, particularly favoring areas with dense emergent vegetation dominated by Cyperus and Juncus sedges. The wetlands typically feature shallow water areas interspersed with dense sedge clumps that provide both nesting sites and foraging opportunities for invertebrate prey.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in TROGLODYTIDAE
Threatened in Colombia
Frequently asked questions
Why is Apolinar's Wren classified as Endangered?
Where does Apolinar's Wren live?
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