Golden-cheeked Warbler (Setophaga chrysoparia) is in the New World Warblers family (Parulidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 2,441 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: seasonal. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
Conservation status (iNaturalist): EN.
When to photograph Golden-cheeked Warbler: observations by month (U.S.)
About Golden-cheeked Warbler
The golden-cheeked warbler (Setophaga chrysoparia ), also known as the gold finch of Texas, is an endangered species of bird that breeds in Central Texas, from Palo Pinto County southwestward along the eastern and southern edge of the Edwards Plateau to Kinney County. The golden-cheeked warbler is the only bird species with a breeding range confined to Texas.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Golden-cheeked Warbler by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2,440 | April | Mar–May |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related birds (New World Warblers)
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Common Yellowthroat
Northern Yellow Warbler
Palm Warbler
Orange-crowned Warbler
Black-and-white Warbler
American Redstart
Pine Warbler
Photography tips
- Use a fast shutter (1/2000 s or faster) for birds in flight.
- Focus on the eye and shoot at the bird's eye level.
- Approach slowly and stop if the bird changes behavior; never bait or flush birds.
- Morning activity peaks in the first two hours after sunrise.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Golden-cheeked Warbler?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from March to May.
Where is Golden-cheeked Warbler most often seen?
The most observations come from Texas.