Image via Macaulay Library
Costa Rican Warbler
- Scientific name
- Basileuterus melanotis
- Family
- Parulidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Forest mixed
- Wing shape
- Rounded
- Tail shape
- Notched
Where it came from
The Costa Rican warbler, scientifically classified as Basileuterus melanotis, is a species endemic to the highland forests of Costa Rica and western Panama. Evolutionarily situated within the Parulidae family, it occupies a specialized ecological niche in the humid montane undergrowth. The bird is characterized by its distinctively rounded wings and notched tail, anatomical features that facilitate agile navigation through dense, foliage-heavy environments where sustained long-distance flight is secondary to maneuverability.
The taxonomy of this species was historically complex, often grouped under the broader umbrella of the black-eared warbler complex before being recognized as a distinct entity based on vocalizations and subtle plumage variations. Ornithologists and researchers note that the bird's design reflects a strict adaptation to high-altitude cloud forests. Its recognition in the scientific community serves as a reminder of the biodiversity inherent in the Central American cordillera, representing a vital study subject for understanding avian speciation in isolated mountain habitats.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Who's collecting this
Real birds collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Costa Rican Warbler
Costa Rican Warbler is a bird in the Birdwatching catalog on collecto.rs. Catalog data is sourced from eBird. No public birds collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track Costa Rican Warbler on collecto.rs?
Costa Rican Warbler doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Costa Rican Warbler?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your bird, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other birdwatching collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Costa Rican Warbler catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Costa Rican Warbler is sourced from eBird. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs birds tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your birds is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every bird you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
