Marmora's Warbler
NameMarmora's Warbler
Common NameMarmora's Warbler
Scientific NameCurruca sarda
FamilySylviidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsMales are dark slate-grey overall, with a darker head and throat, and a prominent red eye-ring. Females are duller, browner grey, often lacking the distinct dark head. Juveniles resemble females.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a fast, rattling, scratchy warble, often delivered from dense cover. Calls include a harsh 'tack' or 'churr' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds primarily on Mediterranean islands such as Sardinia, Corsica, and the Balearic Islands, with some populations on mainland Italy and France. Winters mainly in North Africa.
Identifying Featuresdark slate-grey plumage (male), prominent red eye-ring, short, stout bill, active, skulking behavior in dense scrub, rattling, scratchy song
Description
A small, dark warbler with a distinctive red eye-ring, often found in dense Mediterranean scrub. It is an active insectivore, typically foraging low in vegetation for caterpillars and other invertebrates.
