GOLDEN-CHEEKED WOOD WARBLER
Dendroica chrysoparia
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Table Of Contents
- Description
- Behavior
- Reproduction and Life History
- Morphology
- Trophic Strategy
- Ecology and Distribution
- Distribution
- Habitat
- Conservation
- Relevance
- Uses
- Biodiversity Heritage Library
- References and More Information
- Literature References
- Specialist Projects
- Common Names
Behavior
The warbler migrates to its winter home between the period of July-October. The male golden-cheeked warblers arrive in their central Texas breeding grounds in early March about 5 days before young males and females.
During this period, males mark territories and begin to exhibit themselves vocally by "chip" noises in preparation for the arrival of the females. These "chip" noises are used for more than just attracting females. Golden-cheeked warblers use single "chip" or "double-chip" notes as alarm calls.
The female is considered shy and seldom noticed except when intruders such as fox squirrels, opossums, and scrub jays disturb the nest. But the male warbler is by no means shy. He is often seen foraging and singing from sunup to sundown.
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