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Wilson's Warbler (Wilsonia pusilla)
Photo Credit: Steve R. Cannings
FIELD MARKS
The male Wilson's Warbler has a black cap with a yellow head. The rest
of his upperparts are olive coloured, extending down over his wings. His
underparts are bright yellow. The female looks similar except that the
black on her crown is much less visible. Approximate length: 11 cm
FOOD
Diet mostly entirely of insects some spiders and berries.
HABITAT
The Wilson's Warbler prefers lower areas in open forests. It is often found
around forest streams and in second-growth areas. This warbler tends to
avoid dense forests.
NESTING
Nests are usually built on the ground, at the base of a small tree or shrub.
Nests are made of grass, leaves and mosses, lined with fine grass and hair.
The female lays 4-6 white eggs with tiny reddish-brown spots.
STATUS
Stable.
DISTRIBUTION
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