The warbling vireo rids the orchards and shade trees of injurious 
insects. 
The yellow-throated vireo which is also quite common in Vermont 
may be distinguished from the other species by its bright yellow throat 
and breast. 
YELLOW WARBhUR—iDendroeca aestiva.) 
Male, upper parts bright greenish yellow, brighter on the crown; 
wings olive-brown edged with yellow; tail reddish brown; under parts 
bright yellow streaked with reddish brown. 
Female, duller with streaks on breast faintly marked or absent. 
Length about five inches. 
Arrival. May i to 14. 
Favorite Haunts. Undergrowths near streams, but may be found in 
low bushes along highways and railways, and near the houses. 
• Field Marks. General color of yellow all over. 
Song. "We-chee, chee, chee, cher wee," or ''Sweet-sweet-sweet- 
sweet-sweet-sweeter-sweeter." 
This species is probably our most common warbler and its color 
easily distinguishes it. The yellow warbler is bright, active and happy, 
and while feeding sings its pleasing song. This bird is not always happy 
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