Black-cheeked Warbler
Basileuterus melanogenys
The Black-cheeked Warbler (Basileuterus melanogenys) is a rare new world warbler found in 2 countries, weighing about 12 g. The black-cheeked warbler is a New World warbler, resident breeding bird endemic to the Talamancan montane forests of Costa Rica and western Panama.
About the Black-cheeked Warbler
The black-cheeked warbler is a New World warbler, resident breeding bird endemic to the Talamancan montane forests of Costa Rica and western Panama.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Black-cheeked Warbler can be seen all year round, with peak activity in March. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Black-cheeked Warbler look like?
- The black-cheeked warbler is a New World warbler, resident breeding bird endemic to the Talamancan montane forests of Costa Rica and western Panama.
- How big is a Black-cheeked Warbler?
- The Black-cheeked Warbler is a tiny sized bird weighing about 12 g.
- Where can you see a Black-cheeked Warbler?
- The Black-cheeked Warbler occurs in 2 countries, including Costa Rica and Panama.
- What birds look similar to a Black-cheeked Warbler?
- The Black-cheeked Warbler is most easily confused with the Black-eared Warbler, the Golden-browed Warbler and the Fan-tailed Warbler.
- Is the Black-cheeked Warbler endangered?
- The Black-cheeked Warbler is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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