common yellowthroat
Definition
- Noun:
- A small, migratory New World warbler: The common yellowthroat is a species of songbird found across North America. It is known for the distinctive black mask on the male's face, bordered above by a white or gray band, and its overall yellow throat and breast.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- We heard the distinctive "wich-i-ty, wich-i-ty, wich-i-ty" song of a common yellowthroat in the marsh.
- The common yellowthroat is a frequent visitor to wetland habitats during the summer breeding season.
Advanced Usage
- "Common yellowthroat population": Refers to the collective group or numbers of this bird species in a specific area.
- Conservationists are monitoring the common yellowthroat population to assess the health of the local ecosystem.
Variants and Related Words
- Yellowthroat (n): The general name for birds of the genus , which includes the common yellowthroat () and other similar species.
- Several species of yellowthroat can be found in Central and South America.
Synonyms
- Maryland yellowthroat (n): An old regional name for the common yellowthroat.
- Northern yellowthroat (n): Another name sometimes used, emphasizing its range.
Related Terms
- Warbler (n): A broader category of small, often insectivorous, songbirds to which the common yellowthroat belongs.
- Warblers, like the common yellowthroat, are popular among birdwatchers for their bright colors and songs.
Noun
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an American warbler
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