Yellow Warbler
Setophaga petechia
Physical Characteristics
Size
4.7-5.1 inches
Wingspan
6.3-7.9 inches
Weight
0.3-0.4 oz
Plumage
Bright yellow overall, rusty streaks on breast (males), black eye
Distinctive Features
Bright yellow overall
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Wet thickets, gardens, woodland edges
🍽️ Diet
Insects
🦅 Behavior
Active, flits through foliage, builds compact cup nest
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Long-distance migrant
🎵 Sounds
Sweet 'sweet sweet sweet I'm so sweet' song
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Yellow Warblers have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 4.7-5.1 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Yellow Warbler sound like?
Yellow Warblers make Sweet 'sweet sweet sweet I'm so sweet' song. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Yellow Warblers live?
Yellow Warblers inhabit wet thickets, gardens, woodland edges. Long-distance migrant
What do Yellow Warblers eat?
The diet of Yellow Warblers consists primarily of insects. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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