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Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

The Yellow-rumped Warbler is a small, colorful bird with a bright yellow patch on its back. It loves to flit around trees and bushes, singing cheerful songs as it searches for tasty insects and berries.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Yellow-rumped Warbler has a distinctive bright yellow patch on its rump, making it easy to identify. Males display a striking blue-gray back, black streaks, and yellow patches on the sides and crown. Females are duller brown but still show the prominent yellow rump.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyParulidaeGenusSetophaga
Yellow-rumped Warbler
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Yellow-rumped Warbler

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its 'butterbutt' nickname comes from its bright yellow rump!

Males have a vibrant yellow crown patch often hidden by feathers.

Some individuals fly over 5,000 km during their migration!

They often shiver their tail while perched, a unique warbler trait!

Special abilities

Ability

Aerial Hunter

Yellow-rumped Warbler can catch flying insects mid-air thanks to its agile flight and quick reflexes.

Ability

Wax Berry Processor

Yellow-rumped Warbler has a unique digestive system that helps them digest waxy berries other birds cannot.

Ability

Migratory Marathoner

Yellow-rumped Warbler can fly thousands of kilometers between breeding and wintering grounds due to strong flight muscles.

Measurements & details

Length
12-14 cm
Wingspan
19-23 cm
Weight
0.01-0.013 kg
Lifespan
2-5 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
3-6
Incubation
12-13 days
Migration Distance
5000 km

Diet & Feeding

They primarily eat insects like caterpillars, but also enjoy berries, especially in colder months.

Age differences: Young nestlings are fed insects; adults have a more varied diet including berries.

Primary Foods

  • caterpillars
  • flies
  • beetles
  • spiders
  • bayberries
  • wax myrtle berries

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

A swift raptor that actively hunts small birds.

hunts

Eastern Tent Caterpillar

Malacosoma americanum

Feeds on these caterpillars, especially during spring.

depends on

Southern Bayberry

Morella cerifera

Relies on waxy berries for crucial winter food.

Traits

Also known as

Butterbutt

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Yellow-rumped Warbler?

12-14 cm

What is Yellow-rumped Warbler's wingspan?

19-23 cm

How much does Yellow-rumped Warbler weigh?

0.01-0.013 kg

How long does Yellow-rumped Warbler live?

2-5 years

How fast can Yellow-rumped Warbler move?

40 km/h

What does Yellow-rumped Warbler eat?

They primarily eat insects like caterpillars, but also enjoy berries, especially in colder months.

Where is Yellow-rumped Warbler usually found?

Forests

How does Yellow-rumped Warbler hunt?

Foraging

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