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Black-polled yellowthroat

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Black-polled yellowthroat
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The black-polled yellowthroat (Geothlypis speciosa) is a species of bird in the family Parulidae.

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Distribution

It is endemic to central Mexico and the southwestern Mexican Plateau, in Guanajuato, Michoacán, and México State.

Its natural habitats are freshwater lakes and freshwater marshes.

Conservation

It is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN, threatened by habitat loss.

Description

The black-polled yellowthroat is 12.5-14 cm (4.9-5.5 inches) long and weighs 10–11.8 grams (0.35-0.42 ounces). The male is olive above and yellow below, with a black mask. The female is duller.

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Illustration by Keulemans, 1885

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