The black-polled yellowthroat (Geothlypis speciosa) is a species of bird in the family Parulidae.

It is endemic to central Mexico and the southwestern Mexican Plateau, in Guanajuato, Michoacán, and México State.

It is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN, threatened by habitat loss.

The black-polled yellowthroat is 12.5-14 cm (4.9-5.5 inches) long and weighs 10–11.8 grams (0.35-0.42 ounces).

The male is olive above and yellow below, with a black mask.