Blue-headed Vireo
Vireo solitarius
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Vireonidae
About
The blue-headed vireo is a migrating song bird found in North and Central America. There are currently two recognized subspecies that belong to the blue-headed vireo. It has a range that extends across Canada and the eastern coast of the United-States, Mexico and some of Central America. It prefers large temperate forests with a mix of evergreen trees and deciduous under growth.
Fun Fact
solitarius has the longest migration of the two subspecies and inhabits an overwintering area that includes eastern and southern Mexico to northern Central America.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Range that extends across Canada and the eastern coast of the United-States, Mexico and some of Central America.
Diet
Eat fleshy berries and fruit.
Lifespan
7 years (wild)
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance