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Belding's Yellowthroat

Geothlypis beldingi

Vulnerable
Wingspan
12.3 cm
Weight
14.895 g
Family
Parulidae
Order
Passeriformes

The Belding's Yellowthroat (Geothlypis beldingi) is a bird species in the family Parulidae (new world warblers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.3 cm and a weight of 14.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.

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Belding's Yellowthroat is a vulnerable warbler endemic to a few freshwater marshes in southern Baja California, Mexico. Males have a bright yellow throat and breast, black mask, and olive-green upperparts. Its highly restricted range and dependence on marsh habitats make it susceptible to water diversion, drought, and habitat loss.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 12.3 cm 4.8 in
Weight 14.895 g 0.53 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP.

Clutch Size

2-3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Parulidae (New World Warblers)
Genus Geothlypis
Species Geothlypis beldingi

Distribution

Belding's Yellowthroat has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Belding's Yellowthroat endangered?
The Belding's Yellowthroat has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Belding's Yellowthroat nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Belding's Yellowthroat?
The Belding's Yellowthroat has a wingspan of 12.3 cm, weight of 14.895 g.
What order and family does the Belding's Yellowthroat belong to?
The Belding's Yellowthroat (Geothlypis beldingi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Parulidae.

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