The Blue-headed Vireo can usually be found in thick, mature coniferous and mixed forests across Canada and the eastern United States. The Breeding Bird Survey suggests a large increase in numbers since about 1970. With an estimated 81% of the global breeding population, Canada's responsibility for this species is very high. There are no major conservation concerns at this time. This species has been identified as a priority for conservation and/or stewardship in one or more Bird Conservation Region Strategies in Canada.
The increase in population of the Blue-headed Vireo is thought to be due to improved habitat from regeneration of previously logged forest in parts of its breeding range (Morton and James 2014). The species' dispersed population and remote breeding habits have made it difficult to study, however there has been recent work exploring its behaviour and habitat use (Morton and James 2014).
Environment and Climate Change Canada and partners have developed Bird Conservation Region Strategies in each of Canada’s Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs). In these strategies, selected species are identified as priorities for one or more of the following reasons:
Select any of the sub-regions below to view the BCR strategy for additional details.