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AsterixnObelix · Monday 25th August 2008, 20:01

I was looking out at the goldfinches enjoying the nyjer seed I had out for them, when I noticed this bird on the elderberry shrub. I was able to get a shot of it on the bayberry shrub. It looks like some sort of Vireo?? Any assistance on confirming the ID would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

The Falcon · Monday 25th August 2008, 20:08

It is a Warbling Vireo.

Wiktoria · Monday 25th August 2008, 20:15

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Originally Posted by The Falcon

It is a Warbling Vireo.

My first impression was Philadelphia Vireo too, but how to rule out Warbling Vireo from this photo?

The Falcon · Monday 25th August 2008, 20:27

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Originally Posted by Wiktoria

My first impression was Philadelphia Vireo too, but how to rule out Warbling Vireo from this photo?

I made a mistake and edited my post when you were replying. This is a Warbling Vireo. Philadelphia Vireo has dark lores and a yellow throat and breast. Also notice the gray crown. I would expect a darker crown on a Philadelphia Vireo.

birderbf · Monday 25th August 2008, 20:28

Bingo.

AsterixnObelix · Monday 25th August 2008, 20:31

Hi Falcon

After I saw your post indicating Philadelphia Vireo, I grabbed my copy of National Geographic Field Guide and in looking at the Vieros, I was going to ask how could a Warbling Vireo be ruled out, because of the apparent lack of the dark line through the lores. Then, I just read the updates. I have been looking outside to get another shot, but so far I have not located it again. Thanks again.

Wiktoria · Monday 25th August 2008, 21:34

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Originally Posted by The Falcon

Philadelphia Vireo has dark lores and a yellow throat and breast. Also notice the gray crown. I would expect a darker crown on a Philadelphia Vireo.

Thank you, Falcon

When I look in my Sibley, most marks fit me to Warbling, but I probable never seen even photos of these birds, so I didn't have comparison and didn't be sure (I'm too lazy to look for birds' photos in this time (there's 11:30 P.M. in Poland))

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Jeff hopkins · Monday 25th August 2008, 22:21

I agree with warbling vireo. Too white for a Philly.

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