Plain Leaf Warbler

The Plain Leaf Warbler, scientifically known as Phylloscopus neglectus, is a modest member of the Old World warbler family, Phylloscopidae. This small bird is often overlooked due to its unassuming appearance.

Identification Tips

When attempting to identify the Plain Leaf Warbler, look for its overall plain and unembellished plumage. Its subtle features may require a keen eye to distinguish from similar species.

Habitat

The natural habitat of the Plain Leaf Warbler is temperate forests, where it can be found flitting among the foliage.

Distribution

This species has a broad range, with sightings confirmed in countries such as Afghanistan, Bahrain, India, Iran, Oman, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, the United Arab Emirates, and Uzbekistan.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List has classified the Plain Leaf Warbler as Least Concern, indicating that, at present, there are no immediate threats to its population numbers that would warrant a more dire conservation status.