Arrowhead Warbler
NameArrowhead Warbler
Common NameArrowhead Warbler
Scientific NameMniotilta varia
FamilyParulidae
Wingspan (cm)20.5
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)11.5
Plumage DetailsBoldly striped black and white over the entire body, including the head, back, and underparts. Males have more intense streaking than females, which have a whiter belly and less streaking on flanks. Both sexes feature two prominent white wing bars.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a high-pitched, thin, reedy 'wee-see wee-see wee-see' repeated. The call is a sharp 'chip' note.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across eastern and central North America, from Canada south to the Gulf Coast. Winters in Florida, Central America, and northern South America.
Identifying Featuresblack and white striped plumage, creeping foraging behavior on tree trunks, two white wing bars, slender bill
Description
A small, active warbler with distinctive black and white striped plumage. It is often observed creeping along tree trunks and branches, foraging for insects in a nuthatch-like manner. This species is known for its unique foraging style, moving head-first down tree trunks.
