The yellowthroats. There are 9 species of Yellowthroats. Only one, The Common Yellowthroat, is the only species that is highly migratory breeding over much of North America.
All the yellowthroats have similar plumage, with yellow-green upperparts, yellow breast, and a mainly black bill. The adult male has a black facemask of variable extent, usually bordered above with a grey band. The female is similar, but lacks the black mask, and may be duller in plumage.
The breeding habitat of these warblers is typically marshes and other wet areas with dense low vegetation.
Yellowthroat are usually seen in pairs, and do not associate with other species. They are often skulking like a wren. Chanting songs.
