Golden-cheeked Warbler
NameGolden-cheeked Warbler
Common NameGolden-cheeked Warbler
Scientific NameSetophaga chrysoparia
FamilyParulidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)9.5
Plumage DetailsMales have a bright yellow face with a prominent black eye-line and crown, a black throat and upperparts, and a white belly with black streaking on the flanks. They also display two distinct white wing bars. Females and immatures are similar but have duller yellow and less extensive black markings.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a buzzy, often described as 'bzzzz, bzzzz, bzzzz, wee-chee-wee' or 'bzzzz, bzzzz, bzzzz, wee-chee-wee, chee-wee', with variations.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeBreeds exclusively in the juniper-oak woodlands of central Texas, USA. Winters in the highlands of southern Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and El Salvador.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow face with black eye-line and crown, Black throat and upperparts, White belly with black streaking on flanks, Two white wing bars, Small size, Found in juniper-oak woodlands (breeding)
Description
This small, active songbird is known for its striking black, white, and yellow plumage. It forages primarily for insects in the canopy of juniper-oak woodlands, often flicking its tail as it moves. It is a migratory species, breeding exclusively in central Texas.
