Oriental Reed Warbler
NameOriental Reed Warbler
Common NameOriental Reed Warbler
Scientific NameAcrocephalus orientalis
FamilyAcrocephalidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)23
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are plain brown, contrasting with a pale, buffy-white supercilium and a darker eye-stripe. The underparts are buffy-white, becoming slightly darker buff on the flanks. It has a strong, pointed bill and greyish legs.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a loud, rapid, and varied series of chattering, whistling, and mimicry, often delivered with great energy. Calls include a harsh 'chack' or 'karr'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across East Asia, from southeastern Siberia and northeastern China south to Japan and Korea. It migrates to winter in Southeast Asia, including parts of Indochina, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Identifying Featureslarge size for a warbler, plain brown upperparts, prominent pale supercilium, strong bill, prefers reedbed habitats
Description
A relatively large Old World warbler, it is typically found skulking in dense reedbeds and other tall vegetation near water. This species is known for its loud and varied song, often delivered from a prominent perch within its marshy habitat.
