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Nashville Warbler (Leiothlypis ruficapilla) - Tadoussac - 2018-05-23
Nashville Warbler (Leiothlypis ruficapilla) - 2018-05-23

Nashville Warbler (Leiothlypis ruficapilla)

The Nashville Warbler (Leiothlypis ruficapilla) is a vibrant songbird known for its striking yellow breast and grey head, commonly found breeding in the dense shrubs of Southern Canada. During winter, it migrates to Southern Mexico, where it primarily feeds on insects, occasionally supplementing its diet with berries and nectar.

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Taxonomy
OrderPasseriformes
FamilyParulidae

How to Identify

The Nashville Warbler is distinguished by its grey head adorned with a white eye ring, and its vibrant yellow breast and body. It features a thin, black bill.

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Characteristics

Length11โ€“13cm
Weight5.7โ€“14.2g
Wingspan17โ€“20cm
Clutch Size4-5 eggs
Incubation11-12 days
Fledging9-11 days
Sexual Maturity1 year
SourceWikipedia

Where and When to Spot

This species can be observed in Tadoussac during the spring season.