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Bahama Yellowthroat
Geothlypis rostrata
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.5 cm
Weight
16.2 g
Family
Parulidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
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
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
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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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bahama Yellowthroat endangered?
The Bahama Yellowthroat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Bahama Yellowthroat nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Bahama Yellowthroat?
The Bahama Yellowthroat has a wingspan of 12.5 cm, weight of 16.2 g.
What order and family does the Bahama Yellowthroat belong to?
The Bahama Yellowthroat (Geothlypis rostrata) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Parulidae.
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