Manchurian Reed Warbler
NameManchurian Reed Warbler
Common NameManchurian Reed Warbler
Scientific NameAcrocephalus tangorum
FamilyAcrocephalidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are plain brown, often with a rufous tinge on the rump. Underparts are whitish, becoming buffy on the flanks. A prominent pale supercilium (eyebrow stripe) contrasts with a dark eye-stripe. The bill is strong and pointed, dark on the upper mandible and paler on the lower, and legs are dark.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a rapid, chattering, and varied series of notes, often incorporating mimicry. Calls include a harsh 'chack' or 'churr' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeBreeds in northeastern China and southeastern Russia (Amurland, Ussuriland). Winters in Southeast Asia, primarily Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
Identifying FeaturesProminent pale supercilium, Dark eye-stripe, Plain brown upperparts, Strong pointed bill, Skulking behavior in dense reeds
Description
The Manchurian Reed Warbler is a small, rather plain brown warbler typically found in dense reedbeds. It is known for its skulking behavior, often remaining hidden within the vegetation while foraging for insects. This species is migratory, breeding in East Asia and wintering in Southeast Asia.
