yellowthroated

Yellowthroated, or yellow-throated, is a common name applied to several species that feature a yellow throat. The term is descriptive rather than taxonomic, used in various languages and field guides to highlight this distinctive throat coloration. In zoological writing, yellow-throated is typically hyphenated, though some sources may render it as a single word.

Notable species with the common name yellow-throated include:

- Yellow-throated Warbler (Setophaga dominica): a small songbird of the warbler family, recognized by its yellow throat and contrasting plumage. It occurs in woodlands and shrubby habitats in parts of North America and migrates seasonally.

- Yellow-throated Vireo (Vireo flavifrons): a small, greenish vireonid with a bright yellow throat, found in forests of eastern North America and known for its steady, wavering song.

- Yellow-throated Leafbird (Chloropsis xanthotis): a green, arboreal passerine of Southeast Asia, notable for its vivid yellow throat and fruit- and insect-based diet.

Other uses of the term can appear in regional field guides or casual reference to any species with a yellow throat feature. The phrase is primarily a descriptive label rather than a systematic group, and its exact application can vary by guide or region. When encountering the term, it is best to consult the scientific name to understand the species being referenced.