Tennessee Warbler (Oreothlypis peregrina), Private Yard, Willcox, Cochise County

This Tennessee Warbler was discovered by Max and Lynn Jarrett on 16 December 2011 at feeders in their backyard feeding on grapes.  The bird was photographed by Deb Vogt on 23 December 2011.

Tennessee Warbler was reported frequently in the state during the 1970's and 1980's but there was a significant decline in reports during the 1990's and early 2000's.  However, it has become increasingly regular again during the last few years with multiple reports each year. 

Note the long white undertail coverts, short tail and unstreaked underparts which separate this species from Orange-crowned Warbler. Light supercillium and dark eyeline are supporting marks.

23 December 2011, photos by Deb Vogt

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