Cactus Wren, Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus


Cactus Wren
The handsome and ubiquitous state bird of Arizona.


Cactus Wren


Cactus Wren
Birds of North America Online reports that Cactus Wrens often nest in Cholla and Prickly Pear cacti, usually one to three meters off the ground, and the nest is usually surrounded by thorns.


Cactus Wren


Cactus Wren
Above and below, a Cactus Wren taking flight from the top of a Saguaro.

Cactus Wren