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Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

About Palm Warbler

Forages for insects and spiders in vegetationEats fruits and nectar in winterBreeds in monogamous pairsMales engage in territorial disputesFemales build nests using plant materialBoth parents care for young

Size

10 - 12 cm

Weight

7 - 12 g

Lifespan

up to 5 years

Diet

Insects, Spiders, Fruits, Nectar

Conservation Status

Status

Least Concern

Population Trend

stable

Threats

  • Habitat loss and fragmentation
  • Climate change

Additional Notes

The Palm Warbler is a common and widespread species, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

Distribution

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North America

North America • Canada, United States

Central America

North America • Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama

The Palm Warbler is a migratory species that breeds in North America and winters in Central America and the Caribbean.