Rodrigues Warbler
NameRodrigues Warbler
Common NameRodrigues Warbler
Scientific NameAcrocephalus rodericanus
FamilyAcrocephalidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsThis warbler has olive-brown upperparts and pale yellowish-white underparts. It features a faint pale supercilium above the eye and a relatively long, slender reddish-brown bill. Its legs are dark.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a varied, melodious warble, often incorporating mimicry of other bird species. Calls include a harsh 'churr' or 'tack' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to Rodrigues Island, which is part of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Drab olive-brown and pale yellowish plumage, Faint pale supercilium, Long, slender reddish-brown bill, Active foraging in dense vegetation, Melodious, varied song
Description
The Rodrigues Warbler is a small, rather drab passerine bird endemic to Rodrigues Island. It is typically found actively foraging for insects within dense scrub and native forest undergrowth, often remaining hidden by vegetation.
