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Birdsong field guide

Arrowhead Warbler

Setophaga pharetra

A small, distinctively streaked New World warbler endemic to Jamaica, characterized by its striking black-and-white plumage and sedentary lifestyle.

What it sounds like

A high-pitched, rapid series of buzzing notes followed by a sharper terminal 'tseee'.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Rick Bowers · JamaicaCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

It is the only member of the diverse Setophaga genus that is strictly endemic to the island of Jamaica.
The name 'Arrowhead' refers to the prominent black, arrow-shaped markings found on its white breast and flanks.
Unlike many closely related warblers, this species is non-migratory and remains in its tropical forest territory year-round.
Foraging behavior involves creeping along mossy branches and trunks in a manner similar to a Black-and-white Warbler.
The nest is a well-concealed cup typically placed in the dense foliage of a tree fern or similar high-elevation vegetation.

Habitat

Moist montane forests, humid limestone woodlands, and elfin forests.

Range

Endemic to the island of Jamaica.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Adelaide's WarblerSetophaga adelaidae American RedstartSetophaga ruticilla Bahama WarblerSetophaga flavescens Barbuda WarblerSetophaga subita Bay-breasted WarblerSetophaga castanea Black-throated Blue WarblerSetophaga caerulescens Black-throated Gray WarblerSetophaga nigrescens Black-throated Green WarblerSetophaga virens

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