Great Reed Warbler
NameGreat Reed Warbler
Common NameGreat Reed Warbler
Scientific NameAcrocephalus arundinaceus
FamilyAcrocephalidae
Wingspan (cm)27.5
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)28.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are plain brown, contrasting with a whitish throat and pale buffy-white underparts. It has a distinct pale supercilium (eyebrow stripe) and a strong, pointed bill. The crown often appears slightly ruffled.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a loud, harsh, and repetitive series of chattering and grating notes, often described as 'karr-karr-kree-kree-kree-jit-jit'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across much of temperate Europe and Asia, migrating to sub-Saharan Africa for the winter.
Identifying Featureslarge size for a warbler, strong pointed bill, pale supercilium, brown upperparts, pale underparts, loud, harsh song, prefers dense reedbeds
Description
This large warbler has a robust build with brownish upperparts and pale underparts. It is typically found in dense reedbeds, where it perches conspicuously to deliver its loud, harsh song.
