Verdin
NameVerdin
Common NameVerdin
Scientific NameAuriparus flaviceps
FamilyRemizidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsAdults have a dull gray body, bright yellow head and throat, and a distinctive chestnut-red patch on the bend of the wing (carpal patch). Juveniles are duller gray overall, lacking the bright yellow and chestnut markings.
Vocalization / CallTheir song is a series of clear, whistled notes, often described as 'tsee-tsee-tsee-tsee.' They also give sharp 'chip' calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsdesert, shrubland, riparian
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the southwestern United States, Baja California, and much of Mexico, inhabiting arid and semi-arid regions.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Gray body, Bright yellow head (adult), Chestnut shoulder patch (adult), Pointed bill, Active foraging behavior
Description
The Verdin is a tiny, active songbird of arid regions, often seen flitting through thorny shrubs. Adults are characterized by their dull gray body, bright yellow head, and a distinctive chestnut shoulder patch.
