Shrike-babblers, Erpornis, and Vireos
Blue-headed Vireo
Vireo solitarius
LCLeast Concern
- Family
- Shrike-babblers, Erpornis, and Vireos (Vireonidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The blue-headed vireo (Vireo solitarius) is a migratory songbird found in North and Central America. There are currently two recognized subspecies that belong to the blue-headed vireo. It has a range that extends across Canada and the eastern coast of the United States, Mexico, and some of Central America. It prefers large temperate forests with a mix of evergreen trees and deciduous under growth.
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Range and habitat
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Blue-headed vireo
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
