The Official Arizona State Bird

Cactus Wren

The Cactus Wren (Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus) is a small wren native to the deserts of Arizona, as well as parts of California, New Mexico, and Texas. It is the only member of the genus Campylorhynchus and belongs to the Troglodytidae family of birds. It is the official state bird of Arizona and has been since 1931.

The Cactus Wren is easily recognized by its unique size and coloring. It is the largest Wren in the United States and has a short, chunky body with a long tail. It has a brown back, white throat and belly, and a broad black stripe on its head. It also has black and white mottled wings, and a white and black barred tail.

The Cactus Wren is an important part of Arizona's ecology and culture. It is an important pollinator, helping to spread pollen and seed to many desert plants. It is also an important part of the food web, providing food for various predators. Additionally, the Cactus Wren is a symbol of the arid, desert beauty of the state of Arizona, which is why it was chosen to be the official state bird.

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