Prothonotary Warbler

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The Prothonotary Warbler is an exceptionally bright and beautiful warbler, with a brilliant golden-orange head and breast, olive-green back, and gray wings. It stands out in its swampy habitats.

Where to spot

Breeds in the southeastern United States, primarily in riparian forests and swamps. Winters in Central America and northern South America.

How to spot

Search cypress swamps, bottomland forests, and other wetlands with standing water. Look for its bright plumage among the trees; listen for its loud, ringing "sweet-sweet-sweet-sweet" song.

When to spot

Best observed during the breeding season (late spring to summer) in suitable wetland habitats. Spring (April-May) and fall (August-October) migration can also provide sightings.

Where to spot

Breeds in the southeastern United States, primarily in riparian forests and swamps. Winters in Central America and northern South America.

How to spot

Search cypress swamps, bottomland forests, and other wetlands with standing water. Look for its bright plumage among the trees; listen for its loud, ringing "sweet-sweet-sweet-sweet" song.

When to spot

Best observed during the breeding season (late spring to summer) in suitable wetland habitats. Spring (April-May) and fall (August-October) migration can also provide sightings.

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This is the only eastern North American warbler that nests in tree cavities, often utilizing old woodpecker holes or natural hollows, and sometimes even nest boxes placed near water.

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