Pitcairn Reed Warbler
NamePitcairn Reed Warbler
Common NamePitcairn Reed Warbler
Scientific NameAcrocephalus vaughani
FamilyAcrocephalidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)22
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-brown, contrasting with paler yellowish-buff underparts. It has a faint pale supercilium above a dark eye-stripe, and a relatively long, pointed bill.
Vocalization / CallIts song is loud, varied, and melodious, often incorporating mimicry. It also produces harsh alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to Pitcairn Island, a remote volcanic island in the South Pacific Ocean.
Identifying FeaturesEndemic to Pitcairn Island, relatively large for a reed warbler, drab olive-brown plumage, long, pointed bill, active in dense vegetation
Description
This small, drab olive-brown warbler is endemic to Pitcairn Island. It is known for its active foraging behavior within dense vegetation, often singing loudly from concealed perches.
