About the Palm Warbler
The Palm Warbler (Setophaga palmarum) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Palm Warbler is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
stable
Current Threats
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- Climate change
Photo Gallery

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Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
North America
Continent: North America
Country: Canada, United States
Region: Eastern and central regions
Central America
Continent: North America
Country: Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama
Region: Pacific slope
Distribution Overview
The Palm Warbler is a migratory species that breeds in North America and winters in Central America and the Caribbean.
Quick Facts
- Size
- 10 - 12 cm
- Weight
- 7 - 12 g
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years years
- Diet
- InsectsSpidersFruitsNectar
Habitat
Boreal forestsTundraDry forestsScrublandsWetlands
Behavior
- Forages for insects and spiders in vegetation
- Eats fruits and nectar in winter
- Breeds in monogamous pairs
- Males engage in territorial disputes
- Females build nests using plant material
- Both parents care for young