American Redstart

american redstart sitting on a branch
American redstart. Photo by Patrice Bouchard on Unsplash
AppearanceMedium-sized bird about 4.5-5″ long, mostly black, white belly, orange stripes and patches on the tail, wings, and side. Female have soft gray head, olive back and sings, white belly and yellow/orange stripes & patches on the tail, wings, and side.
DietInsects, small berries and fruits from shrubs.
Feeder FoodUnlikely to visit a feeder.
HabitatFound in every contiguous US state and parts of Canada. Prefers open wooded areas especially those with deciduous trees.
Nesting1-5 eggs, eggs are white with brown or reddish spots, incubation is 10-13 days.

Range Map

American redstart range map
American redstart range map. Compliments of The Cornell Lab.

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