Highland Rush Warbler
NameHighland Rush Warbler
Common NameHighland Rush Warbler
Scientific NameBradypterus brachypterus
FamilyLocustellidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsThe upperparts are uniformly plain brown, sometimes with a rufous wash, contrasting with paler, buffy-white underparts. It features a faint pale supercilium above the eye and a relatively long, graduated tail.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a distinctive, accelerating series of high-pitched trills or churring notes, often delivered from deep within cover. Alarm calls include sharp 'tchik' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland, grassland, mountain, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting suitable dense vegetation from montane regions to low-lying swamps and riverine thickets.
Identifying Featuresplain brown plumage, long graduated tail, faint supercilium, secretive behavior, reedy habitat preference
Description
This small, secretive warbler is characterized by its plain brown plumage and preference for dense vegetation. It is typically found hidden within reeds, sedges, and tall grasses, often near water sources in montane and lowland areas.
