Yellow-rumped Warbler
Setophaga coronata
Yellow flashes at the rump and sides help pick out this active little winter visitor.
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What to notice
- Yellow flashes at the rump and sides help pick out this active little winter visitor.
Where to look
Cool-season gardens & trees
When to look
A small songbird is also a typical visitor to Coachella Valley, especially during its migration periods.
Next time you are outside
Yellow flashes at the rump and sides help pick out this active little winter visitor.
Habitat guidance is not a guaranteed sighting. Photographs may have been taken outside the valley.
Through the lens.
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This is a regional bird guide; photographs may also come from places beyond the valley. Locations are noted when available.
Know what to notice.
A small songbird is also a typical visitor to Coachella Valley, especially during its migration periods. It is recognized by its vibrant yellow throat patch and the distinctive yellow markings on its sides and rump. The bird is perched on an agave leaf, underscoring its adaptability to various environments, including the valley's arid landscapes.
Yellow-rumped Warblers can digest the waxes found in certain fruits and berries, allowing them to winter farther north than other warblers. This dietary trait is crucial for their survival during the leaner winter months. In Coachella Valley, these warblers can be seen in wooded areas, parks, and suburban gardens. They contribute to the local biodiversity by acting as seed dispersers and helping to control insect populations.
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