Masked Yellowthroat

Masked Yellowthroat

Geothlypis aequinoctialis

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Parulidae

About

The masked yellowthroat is a New World warbler. It has a number of separate resident breeding populations in South America. The black-lored yellowthroat and southern yellowthroat were formerly considered subspecies.

Fun Fact

It has a number of separate resident breeding populations in South America.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is marshes and other wet areas with dense low vegetation.

Diet

Feeds on insects, including caterpillars, dragonflies, damselflies, grasshoppers and beetles, and spiders, which are usually captured in dense vegetation.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance