Bushwren
Xenicus longipes
Bushwren (Xenicus longipes) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Australia & Oceania.
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The Bushwren (Xenicus longipes) is a member of the Acanthisittidae family found in Australia & Oceania. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Acanthisittidae New Zealand Wrens
- Genus Xenicus
- Species longipes
Quick facts
- Family
- Acanthisittidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Bushwren (Xenicus longipes) is a species of bird in the Acanthisittidae family, part of the order Passeriformes. It is found across Australia & Oceania. Its distribution covers AU North, South and Stewart is. (New Zealand).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Bushwren live?
The Bushwren is found across Australia & Oceania with a range covering AU North, South and Stewart is. (New Zealand).
What family does the Bushwren belong to?
The Bushwren (Xenicus longipes) belongs to the Acanthisittidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Is the Bushwren endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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