Spectacled Warbler
NameSpectacled Warbler
Common NameSpectacled Warbler
Scientific NameCurruca conspicillata
FamilyCurrucidae
Wingspan (cm)14.5
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsMales have a dark grey head, a prominent white eye-ring, and a clean white throat. The back and wings are brownish, with noticeable rufous coloration on the flanks and undertail coverts. The tail is dark with white outer feathers. Females are generally duller with a browner head and less distinct markings.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a fast, rattling, and scratchy warble, often delivered from a prominent perch. Calls include a sharp 'tack' or 'churr' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, desert, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across the Mediterranean basin, including southern Europe, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East. Northern populations are migratory, wintering in North Africa and the Sahel region.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, dark grey head (male), white throat, rufous flanks, small size
Description
The Spectacled Warbler is a small, active passerine bird found in dry, open scrubland. Males are distinctive with a grey head, white throat, and rufous flanks, often seen foraging low in dense vegetation. It is known for its rapid, scratchy song delivered from an exposed perch.
