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Lesser Whitethroat
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Habitat and behaviour
Habitat: Varied habitats.
Diet: Insects, seeds.
Best time to spot: Check local eBird for timing.
When to look
Check local eBird bar charts for timing in your state; range and season vary a lot across the US. Numbers peak in May.
How rare is it?
The Lesser Whitethroat sits in our Legendary tier for the US: a major rarity, where any record is big news. It belongs to the sylviid warblers, parrotbills, and allies family.
Recent US sightings
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