Golden-cheeked Warbler Similar Species Comparison

Male

Males have a bright yellow face with a black eyeline and a black throat. Underparts, including the tail are white.

Female

Females look similar to males, but are often paler with only a few black feathers on the throat. Note 2 white wingbars and black streaking on the flanks.

Male

Male

The yellow face, black eyeline, and black throat on males is distinctive.

Female

From above females are grayish olive with faint streaking down the back. The 2 white wingbars contrast with the gray wings.

Female

Male

Breeds in juniper-oak woodlands of central Texas.

Male

Female