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Warbling Vireo (Vireo gilvus) - Parc Angrignon - 2018-05-11
Warbling Vireo (Vireo gilvus) - 2018-05-11

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Warbling Vireo (Vireo gilvus)

The Warbling Vireo (Vireo gilvus) is a small, melodious songbird that thrives in mixed forests across North America. Known for its distinctive warbling song, this migratory species travels to Central America during the winter months, where it continues to forage on insects and berries.

🇫🇷Viréo mélodieux
🇩🇪Sängervireo
🇲🇽Vireo gorjeador, Vireo cantor
Taxonomy
OrderPasseriformes
FamilyVireonidae

How to Identify

The Warbling Vireo closely resembles the Philadelphia Vireo. Its distinctive features include a white breast and bluish legs.

  • Parc Angrignon - Warbling Vireo (Vireo gilvus)

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  • Parc des Rapides, Lachine - Warbling Vireo (Vireo gilvus)

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Characteristics

Length12-13cm
Weight10-16g
Wingspan22cm
Clutch Size3-5 eggs
Incubation12-14 days
Fledging13-14 days
Sexual Maturity1 year
SourceWikipedia

Where and When to Spot

The Warbling Vireo is challenging to observe due to its tendency to remain hidden within the dense foliage of trees. You may catch a glimpse of this species by carefully watching for small birds moving among the branches.