About the Northern Yellow Warbler
The Northern Yellow Warbler (Setophaga aestiva) 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 yelwar1 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 | Setophaga aestiva |
| Species Codes | yelwar1, AYWA, NYWA, YEWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Yellow Warbler belong to?
The Northern Yellow Warbler (Setophaga aestiva) belongs to the New World Warblers family (Parulidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Northern Yellow Warbler?
The Northern Yellow Warbler 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 Northern Yellow Warbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Yellow Warbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yelwar1, or on iNaturalist.