Altamira Yellowthroat vs Golden-cheeked Warbler

Geothlypis flavovelata compared with Setophaga chrysoparia

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Altamira Yellowthroat Golden-cheeked Warbler
Scientific Name Geothlypis flavovelata Setophaga chrysoparia
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Parulidae Parulidae
Conservation Status Near Threatened Endangered
Length — —
Wingspan 10.8 cm (4.3 in) 12.3 cm (4.8 in)
Weight 10.85 g (0.38 oz) 10.149999999999999 g (0.36 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size -- 3-4
Population Trend — —

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

None

Altamira Yellowthroat only

Golden-cheeked Warbler only

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Altamira Yellowthroat

Endangered

Golden-cheeked Warbler

About These Birds

Altamira Yellowthroat

The Altamira Yellowthroat is a near-threatened warbler weighing about 11 g with a 10.8 cm wingspan, restricted to marshes and dense vegetation along the Gulf Coast of Mexico. Males display a distinctive yellow throat and mask pattern used in courtship.

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