The Yucatan vireo is a species of bird in the family Vireonidae.
Region
Yucatán Peninsula and northern Central America
Typical Environment
Occurs in southeastern Mexico (Yucatán, Campeche, Quintana Roo) and extends into Belize and northern Guatemala. It inhabits coastal scrub, dry forest edges, second growth, and mangrove margins. The species favors lowland habitats and is often found in thickets, hedgerows, and semi-open woodland. It may also use gardens and disturbed vegetation near settlements.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 500 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
The Yucatan vireo is a small passerine of the family Vireonidae, native to the Yucatán Peninsula and nearby lowlands. It forages methodically through foliage, helping control insect populations, and will also take small berries seasonally. Pairs build a neat, hanging cup nest suspended from a forked twig. Its steady, scolding song carries well through coastal scrub and thickets.
Temperament
solitary and territorial
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats with direct hops between shrubs
Social Behavior
Usually seen alone or in pairs, methodically gleaning foliage. Monogamous pairs build a suspended cup nest in a shrub or small tree and share incubation and feeding of young. Territorial during breeding but may join loose mixed flocks outside the breeding season.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
A series of short, nasal, scolding phrases delivered at a steady pace. Calls include harsh churrs and chek notes that carry through scrub and mangroves.
