Eastern Orphean Warbler
NameEastern Orphean Warbler
Common NameEastern Orphean Warbler
Scientific NameCurruca crassirostris
FamilySylviidae
Wingspan (cm)24.5
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)23
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a striking dark grey to black cap that contrasts sharply with a white throat and malar stripe. The upperparts are greyish-brown, and the underparts are paler, often whitish or buffy-grey. It has a pale eye-ring and a relatively stout, dark bill.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a rich, melodious, and varied warble, often incorporating mimicry of other bird species. Calls include a harsh 'churr' or a sharp 'tack' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across southeastern Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. It is a migratory species, wintering primarily in eastern Africa and parts of the Arabian Peninsula.
Identifying FeaturesDark grey to black cap (especially prominent in males), White throat and malar stripe, Pale eye-ring, Stout, dark bill, Greyish-brown upperparts, Relatively large size for a warbler
Description
The Eastern Orphean Warbler is a relatively large warbler characterized by its distinctive dark cap and pale throat. It is an active bird, often found foraging for insects and berries in the canopy and undergrowth of open woodlands and scrub.
