First nesting record of the Gray-crowned Yellowthroat (Geothlypis poliocephala) in the United States since 1894

摘要

A Gray-crowned Yellowthroat (Geothlypis poliocephala) nest was discovered in Texas during June 2005, providing the first documentation of nesting in the United States since 1894. The nest was located within the Sabal Palm Grove Audubon Center and Sanctuary in Cameron County, but was depredated within 4 days of discovery. Gray-crowned Yellowthroats are fairly common breeders in northeastern Mexico, but are currently listed as accidental in Texas. The future of this species in the United States is uncertain.