Bahama Yellowthroat
Geothlypis rostrata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="geothlypis-rostrata"></birdfyi-bird>The Bahama Yellowthroat (Geothlypis rostrata) is a bird species in the family Parulidae (new world warblers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.5 cm and a weight of 16.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Bahama Yellowthroat is a small warbler endemic to the Bahamas, weighing about 16.2g with a wingspan of 12.5cm. Males have a distinctive black mask and bright yellow throat, typical of the yellowthroat group. It inhabits dense scrub and thicket vegetation, where it skulks and forages for insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.5 cm | 4.9 in |
| Weight | 16.2 g | 0.57 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Parulidae (New World Warblers) |
| Genus | Geothlypis |
| Species | Geothlypis rostrata |
Distribution
Bahama Yellowthroat has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Parulidae family