A photograph of a paper cutout of a photo of a Hooded Warbler perched in a tree.
A “Hooded Warbler” perched in a tree in a southern landscape

Hooded Warbler

HOWA
  • Scientific: Setophaga citrina
  • Spanish: Reinita Encapuchada
  • French: Paruline à capuchon
  • Family: Wood Warblers
  • Bird Code: HOWA

If there is a 3° C increase in temperature due to unmitigated climate change

Predicted percentage of habitat lost

29%
Summer range lost
74%
Winter range lost

Climate and other threats imore info

Habitat

Generally found in shady undergrowth in mature deciduous forests.

Range

Breeds in most Central and Eastern U.S. states. During migration can also be found in Florida, Texas and parts of northeast Mexico.

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Did you know?

Each male Hooded Warbler sings a unique variation of its song. They learn to identify their neighbors’ songs not only by the melodies but also by their locations. This ability to recognize neighboring songs may allow them to reduce the time spent on defending their territory.