Southern House Wren

The Southern House Wren occurs widely across lowland and foothill regions of Ecuador, typically below 2,500 meters, where it inhabits gardens, forest edges, towns, and a variety of human-modified landscapes. It is generally common and conspicuous, often seen flitting through dense vegetation or singing its bubbly, energetic song from exposed perches. The species is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, with a broad Neotropical range and a stable population that thrives in disturbed habitats. Natural history observations highlight its adaptability, insectivorous diet, and nesting in cavities or crevices near human dwellings, with breeding occurring throughout much of the year.