Blackpoll Warbler

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A small warbler noted for the breeding male's distinct black cap, white cheeks, and streaky black and white body plumage. It undertakes one of the longest and most arduous migrations of any songbird.

Where to spot

Breeds in boreal forests and spruce-fir woodlands across Canada and Alaska, extending into the northeastern US. Winters in northern South America, particularly the Amazon basin.

How to spot

Look for them foraging high in trees, often among the outermost leaves. Their distinctive 'zip-zip-zip' or 'tsee-tsee-tsee' song, which starts softly, increases in volume, and then fades, is a key identifier when trying to locate them.

When to spot

Most commonly observed during spring and autumn migration (May and September-October), as they pass through a variety of habitats from forests to suburban areas, often foraging high in trees.

Where to spot

Breeds in boreal forests and spruce-fir woodlands across Canada and Alaska, extending into the northeastern US. Winters in northern South America, particularly the Amazon basin.

How to spot

When to spot

Most commonly observed during spring and autumn migration (May and September-October), as they pass through a variety of habitats from forests to suburban areas, often foraging high in trees.

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The Blackpoll Warbler holds the record for one of the longest migratory journeys of any songbird, flying thousands of miles non-stop over the open ocean between eastern North America and South America, a remarkable feat of endurance.

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