Zeledoniidae

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Zeledoniidae (wren-thrush; class Aves, order Passeriformes) A monospecific family (Zeledonia coronata), sometimes included with the Turdidae, which is a small, dark brown and slate bird with an orange crown. It has a short, pointed bill, short and rounded wings and tail, and long legs. It inhabits forests, feeds on insects, and builds a domed nest, with a side entrance, on a bank. It is found in Central America.