Species BirdsGolden-cheeked Warbler

Golden-cheeked Warbler

Setophaga chrysoparia

RareBird
Illustration of Golden-cheeked Warbler (Setophaga chrysoparia)

The Golden-cheeked Warbler is a small songbird with striking black and yellow plumage, particularly notable for its golden cheek patches. This species is endemic to Texas and is known for its melodious song.

Habitat
Prefers mature oak-juniper woodlands.
Diet
Insects and caterpillars make up the majority of its diet.
How common
Rare

Not certain it is a Golden-cheeked Warbler? What bird is this? walks through what to check first and the lookalikes that catch people out.

Recent Golden-cheeked Warbler sightings near you

Live, research-grade observations from iNaturalist. Allow location to center the map on you.

Spot a Golden-cheeked Warbler? Identify it instantly.

Point Huck at any plant, bird, or animal for an instant ID, its rarity, and a live map of where it is being seen near you.

Get Huck

Get an alert when a Golden-cheeked Warbler is spotted

Pick a park, state, or city and we’ll email you when one turns up there. One check a day, only when there’s something new.

Free. Unsubscribe from any email. See our Privacy Policy.

Love birds? Get Huck field notes

Spotting tips, new species, and the best of what people are finding in the wild - straight to your inbox.

By subscribing you agree to receive Huck emails. No spam, unsubscribe anytime. See our Privacy Policy.

More birds

Golden-cheeked Woodpecker
Golden-cheeked Woodpecker
Melanerpes chrysogenys
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Regulus satrapa
Golden-crowned Sparrow
Golden-crowned Sparrow
Zonotrichia atricapilla
Golden-crowned Warbler
Golden-crowned Warbler
Basileuterus culicivorus
Golden-fronted Woodpecker
Golden-fronted Woodpecker
Melanerpes aurifrons
Golden-hooded Tanager
Golden-hooded Tanager
Stilpnia larvata
Golden-olive Woodpecker
Golden-olive Woodpecker
Colaptes rubiginosus
Golden-winged Warbler
Golden-winged Warbler
Vermivora chrysoptera