Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

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About This Species

A small, active warbler with a gray head, white eye-ring, and yellow underparts, the Nashville Warbler breeds in northern forests and bogs.

Fun Facts

  • Eye-ring characteristic: The bold white eye-ring distinguishes it from similar species like Connecticut Warbler.
  • Two populations: Eastern and western populations have slightly different migration routes and behaviors.
  • Ground nester: Builds well-concealed nests on the ground under shrubs or ferns.
  • Active forager: Constantly flicks its tail while foraging for insects in mid-level vegetation.
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