Ovenbird

About the Ovenbird

The Ovenbird is a ground-dwelling warbler of mature forests, recognized by its bold white eye ring, streaked chest, and olive-brown back. Often seen walking along the forest floor rather than flitting through treetops, it moves with steady, deliberate steps. Its loud, ringing song carries through the woods in spring and early summer.

Fun Facts

• Teacher, Teacher, Teacher!: Its song rises in volume and is often described as sounding like someone calling teacher, teacher!
• Named for Its Nest: The Ovenbird builds a domed nest on the ground that resembles a small outdoor oven, giving the species its name.
• Forest Walker: Unlike most warblers, Ovenbirds spend much of their time walking on the forest floor.
• Migratory Traveler: They breed in North America and migrate to Central America and the Caribbean for the winter.