Blackburnian Warbler - It's Warbler Season!
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Blackburnian Warbler
BKBWAR
Setophaga fusca
ORDER: Passeriformes
FAMILY: Parulidae
Central Indiana, May Migration Season
Always a fan favorite; known for its flame-orange throat that seems to glow even through fog and rain. Triangular black cheek patch and oddly shaped white wing patch are also distinctive. Females and immatures are washed-out versions of males—look for yellowish throat and triangular dark cheek patch. Prefers coniferous or mixed forests, but can be found in any wooded habitat during migration. Winters in mountains of northern South America. Forages for insects, often near treetops.
For more information about identifying birds, we suggest the following websites:
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology
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i see why it's a 'fan favorite' 🔥 🤩
Gorgeous Warbler!