Balearic Warbler
NameBalearic Warbler
Common NameBalearic Warbler
Scientific NameCurruca balearica
FamilySylviidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsUpperparts, head, and throat are dark grey, contrasting with paler greyish-white underparts that may have a buffy wash on the flanks. It has a prominent bright red eye and an orange bill with a dark tip. Legs are orange-brown.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a distinctive, rapid, chattering trill, often described as scratchy or rattling. Calls include a harsh 'churr' or 'tack' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Balearic Islands, including Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera, and Cabrera.
Identifying FeaturesBright red eye, Orange bill with dark tip, Overall grey plumage, Small size, Preference for dense Mediterranean scrub
Description
The Balearic Warbler is a small, rather plain grey warbler endemic to the Balearic Islands. It is characterized by its striking red eyes and an orange bill with a dark tip. This species typically inhabits dense Mediterranean scrubland, where it forages for insects and berries.
