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Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

About Common Yellowthroat

Forages in dense vegetation for insectsMigratory, travels long distances between breeding and wintering groundsMale sings a distinctive 'wichity-wichity-wichity' song

Size

11 - 14 cm

Weight

9 - 10 g

Lifespan

Up to 10 years

Diet

Insects, Spiders, Berries

Conservation Status

Status

Least Concern

Population Trend

stable

Threats

  • Habitat loss due to agriculture and urban development
  • Collision with man-made structures
  • Predation by domestic cats and other animals

Additional Notes

Despite being widespread, local populations may be threatened by habitat loss

Distribution

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North America

North America • United States

Common Yellowthroats are migratory, breeding in North America and wintering in Central America and the Caribbean