Bachman Wood Warbler This species is protected as an Endangered species by the Federal Endangered Species Act and as a Federally-designated Endangered species by Florida’s Endangered and Threatened Species Rule. Habitat & Distribution - The Bachman’s wood warbler inhabits bottomland forests and swamps (along with canebrakes) (Alsop 2002). This species is found in Arkansas, Alabama, Missouri, Kentucky, South Carolina, while wintering in Florida and Cuba (BirdLife International 2011). In Florida, the species is found in Monroe and Miami-Dade counties (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Species Profile, n.d.) Threats - Due to the lack of information on the ecology and life history of the Bachman’s wood warbler, and the lack of recent sightings, conservation management strategies and threats are difficult to determine. This species’ large breeding range is a threat as its low population numbers can prevent the birds from finding mates. During the late 1800’s, collisions with lighthouses were listed as a threat to the species. Presently, collisions with similar size structures could be a threat towards the species (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Multi-Species Recovery Plan, n.d.). Conservation & Management - The Bachman’s wood warbler is protected by the U.S. Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
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