Golden-winged Warbler

Carterornis chrysomela

The Golden-winged Warbler is a small, migratory songbird known for its striking appearance and distinctive song. This species is characterized by its bright yellow plumage on the wings and black markings on the face and throat. The male has a golden crown, while the female has a more subdued appearance. Golden-winged Warblers breed in young, shrubby habitats with open canopies, often near wetlands or in regenerating forest areas. During migration, they can be found in a variety of forested habitats. This species is known for its rapid decline in population due to habitat loss and hybridization with closely related species.

Habitat: Young, shrubby habitats near wetlands or regenerating forest areas