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Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

The Northern Yellow Warbler is a small, bright yellow bird that loves to sing. It flits around trees and bushes, making its cheerful song heard in the spring and summer.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Northern Yellow Warbler is a small, vibrant yellow bird, often with distinctive reddish-brown streaks on its breast, especially in males. Its bright plumage makes it stand out among foliage, distinguishing it from other duller warblers.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyParulidaeGenusSetophaga
Northern Yellow Warbler
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Northern Yellow Warbler

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its tightly woven nests can hold water like a tiny cup!

Males sing a "sweet, sweet, sweet, I'm so sweet" song!

Some warblers build new nest floors to bury unwelcome eggs!

These tiny birds migrate thousands of kilometers every year!

Special abilities

Ability

Nest Fortress Builder

Northern Yellow Warblers can build incredibly strong, cup-shaped nests because they tightly weave plant fibers, making them durable.

Ability

Brood Parasite Detector

Northern Yellow Warblers can recognize and sometimes reject foreign eggs, even building new nest layers to bury unwanted ones.

Ability

Aerial Acrobat

Northern Yellow Warblers can perform swift, agile maneuvers in flight because of their small size, helping them catch insects mid-air.

Measurements & details

Length
10-13 cm
Wingspan
16-20 cm
Weight
0.007-0.012 kg
Lifespan
2-10 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
3-6
Incubation
10-12 days
Migration Distance
6000 km

Diet & Feeding

This tiny bird mostly eats insects, keeping many garden pests in check.

Primary Foods

  • Caterpillars
  • Moths
  • Beetles
  • Flies
  • Spiders
  • Aphids

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't disturb their nests.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Northern Yellow Warbler?

10-13 cm

What is Northern Yellow Warbler's wingspan?

16-20 cm

How much does Northern Yellow Warbler weigh?

0.007-0.012 kg

How long does Northern Yellow Warbler live?

2-10 years

How fast can Northern Yellow Warbler move?

40 km/h

What does Northern Yellow Warbler eat?

This tiny bird mostly eats insects, keeping many garden pests in check.

Where is Northern Yellow Warbler usually found?

Forests

How does Northern Yellow Warbler hunt?

Foraging

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