Genus Setophaga, the largest genus in New World Warbler, are typical migratory songbirds around 13 cm. in length. Most have specific adaptions in what or how they feed, although most primarily eat insects. Many have very specific migration routes. Males are usually more brightly colored than females. |
Northern migrant. |
Northern migrant. Immature. |
Northern migrant. A female eating a fig for energy during migration. |
Northern migrant. A very immature male. |
Northern migrant. Rare and local. |
Northern migrant. Uncommon. |
Northern migrant. Myrtle Warbler is the east coast (North America) version of the Yellow-rumped Warbler. On the west coast it has a yellow throat and is called Audubon's Warbler.. In Colombia found on Isla San Andrés. |
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Latest DNA analysis says closest relative is Myrtle Warbler (HBW). Migrates south from southeast USA to Central America (Isla San Andres in Colombia). |
Northern migrant. Seen in the Andes in large numbers up to 3200 meters. Male in breeding plumage have bright orange colors, while non-breeding females are very pale. |
Northern migrant. |
Northern migrant. Seen in small fgroups close to the ground. |
Northern migrant. |
A non-migratory version of the Yellow Warbler with many subspecies. Usually found in mangroves. |
Non-migratory. A small warbler found in all of the tropics, but often not common. Note green on back. |
Northern migrant. Often spreads tail feathers. Female with tail open. |
Northern migrant. Orange legs distinctive. Immature looks much like an immature or female Bay-breasted Warbler before it shows 'bay' color. |
Northern migrant. An agressive little warbler that chases other species away from territory. |
Northern migrant. |