Philadelphia Vireo (Vireo philadelphicus), Leslie Canyon NWR, Cochise County

This Philadelphia Vireo was photographed by Steven Tracey on 06 October 2022.

Philadelphia Vireo is a casual migrant in Arizona, with most records from late September and October; there are now about 25 records for the state.

Confusing species a bit similar to Warbling Vireo (which is a common fall migrant), but not the bright yellow on the throat and breast, brightest on the throat, and a dark lored appearance. Warbling Vireo, in fall, can have quite a bit of yellow on the underparts, but the distribution of the yellow is different, being more concentrated on the sides and belly, as opposed to the throat.

06 October 2022, photo by Steven Tracey