Sykes's Warbler
NameSykes's Warbler
Common NameSykes's Warbler
Scientific NameIduna rama
FamilyAcrocephalidae
Wingspan (cm)19.5
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are uniformly sandy-brown, contrasting slightly with the paler, whitish underparts. It has a faint pale supercilium and pale lores, with no strong streaking or markings. The bill is relatively long and pointed.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a rapid, chattering, and somewhat scratchy series of notes, often incorporating mimicry. Calls include a harsh 'churr' or 'tack' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, desert
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in Central Asia, from Iran eastward through Afghanistan to Kazakhstan. It migrates south to winter in the Indian subcontinent and parts of the Arabian Peninsula.
Identifying FeaturesPlain sandy-brown plumage, Whitish underparts, Faint pale supercilium, Relatively long, pointed bill, Long tail, Overall drab appearance
Description
The Sykes's Warbler is a small, plain warbler with sandy-brown upperparts and whitish underparts. It is an active bird, typically found foraging for insects in dry scrub and low vegetation.
