Acanthisittidae

rock wrens have become increasingly rare, largely due to unsustainable predation by invasive mammalian predators [12,16]. PubMed Central (PMC) (.gov)

Evaluation of counting methods for monitoring populations of ... - PMC acanthisittidae

New Zealand's smallest bird; still relatively common in forested areas . rock wrens have become increasingly rare, largely due

The family , commonly known as New Zealand wrens, represents one of the most evolutionarily significant lineages in the avian world . These birds are the sister group to all other passerines (songbirds), making them a "living fossil" lineage that provides a unique window into the early evolution of half of all living bird species . Taxonomy and Diversity rock wrens have become increasingly rare

A specialist of high-altitude alpine zones; currently listed as Endangered .