Yellow-rumped Warbler – 5/7/25

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 5/7/25

Observation Time: 8:15 a.m.

Observation Location: Moose Hill Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary

Common Name: Yellow-rumped Warbler

Scientific Name: Setophaga coronata

Comments: Flowering trees attract birds, especially those such as warblers that feed on the insects attracted by the blossoms.

The annual northward bird migration is in full swing and  colorful warblers and other photogenic migrants are passing through Sharon. To keep track of the waves of migrating birds heading our way, check out the animated bird radar maps at https://birdcast.info/migration-tools/live-migration-maps/

Also, don’t leave home without the free app Merlin on your cell phone. It will tell you which birds are singing within earshot.

More Information: All About Birds