| Black-and-white Warbler
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| Mniotilta varia
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| Description: |
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A small bird measuring up to 5 inches in length. Black and white stripes, including crown. The male has a black throat and the female's throat is white. |
| Range: |
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Breeds in eastern Noth America and winters in southern North America, Central America, South America, and the West Indies. |
| Distribution and Abundance in Florida: |
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| Habitat(s): |
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Deciduous forests, parks, gardens, and lawns. |
| Reproduction: |
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4 or 5 purple-spotted white eggs are laid in a ground nest. |
| Natural History: |
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This species creeps on tree trunks. |
Food: |
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This species feeds on insects and spiders. |
Comments: |
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Can be found in South Florida during the winter months only. |
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Beryn Harty, 2022. Female bird.
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