The Cactus Wren  (Campylorhynchos brunneicapillus) is a member of the family Troglodytidae, in the Order Passeriformes.  It is endemic to the deserts of the southwest US and extends to northern and central Mexico. Arizona has this, the largest wren, as its State Bird.  Populations have declined due to habitat loss and predation by cats.

CACTUS WREN (Campylorhynchos brunneicapillus)

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CACTUS WREN (Campylorhynchos brunneicapillus)

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