Olive-tree Warbler
NameOlive-tree Warbler
Common NameOlive-tree Warbler
Scientific NameHippolais olivetorum
FamilyAcrocephalidae
Wingspan (cm)24
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)20.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are plain grey-brown, contrasting with whitish underparts that may have a faint buff wash on the flanks. It features a pale supercilium and dark lores. The bill is long, strong, and pointed, with a yellowish-pink base to the lower mandible.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a loud, rapid, chattering, and somewhat harsh series of notes, often incorporating mimicry. Calls include a harsh 'churr' or 'tack'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in the Balkans and parts of the eastern Mediterranean, including Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus. It migrates to winter in sub-Saharan Africa, primarily in eastern and southern regions.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size for a warbler, Plain grey-brown upperparts and whitish underparts, Long, strong, pointed bill with pale base, Pale supercilium, Loud, chattering song
Description
The Olive-tree Warbler is a relatively large, plain grey-brown warbler with a distinctive long, strong bill. It is an active insectivore, often found foraging in the canopy of olive groves and open woodlands.
