Male Prothonotary Warbler
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This Male Prothonotary Warbler carving was hand-crafted from solid Basswood. The Prothonotary Warbler has a large (5.25 inches long), plump body and is short tailed and very long billed. The eyes are large, dark and prominent. The Male's head and under-parts are golden yellow, fading to white under-tail coverts. Other male color features include blue-gray wings without wing bars and a blue-gray tail with large, white patches. The song is a series of loud, ringing zweet notes. Also gives a dry chip note and buzzy flight call. Usually nests in tree cavities in low sites along streams or surrounded by sluggish or stagnant water.
Reference
National Geographic Field Guide To The Birds of North America, Fifth Edition, Page 374
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