About the Hooded Yellowthroat
The Hooded Yellowthroat (Geothlypis nelsoni) is a species of bird in the New World Warblers family (Parulidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 116 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code hooyel1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Warblers (Parulidae) |
| Species | Geothlypis nelsoni |
| Species Codes | hooyel1, HOYE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hooded Yellowthroat belong to?
The Hooded Yellowthroat (Geothlypis nelsoni) belongs to the New World Warblers family (Parulidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hooded Yellowthroat?
The Hooded Yellowthroat is a member of the New World Warblers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Hooded Yellowthroat sighting?
You can log sightings of Hooded Yellowthroat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hooyel1, or on iNaturalist.