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Marmora's Warbler

Curruca sarda

The Marmora's warbler, a member of the Sylviidae family, is a small, long-tailed, and large-headed bird. Its Latin name, Curruca sarda, pays homage to its Sardinian roots, with 'sarda' being the Latin term for a person from Sardinia.

Identification Tips

Adult Marmora's warblers are characterized by their uniform grey plumage, both above and below. Males can be distinguished by darker patches on their forehead and between the eye and the pointed bill. Both sexes boast red legs and iris, although the iris of immature birds is dark. When identifying this species, note the absence of the brick-red underparts seen in the Dartford warbler, a close relative.

Habitat

These birds favor open country with an abundance of thorny bushes and heather, a habitat that provides ample cover and feeding opportunities.

Distribution

Marmora's warblers are primarily found on Mediterranean islands such as Corsica and Sardinia. While generally resident, some individuals migrate south to winter in North Africa. They are considered rare vagrants to northern and western Europe.

Behaviour

The Marmora's warbler is known for its insectivorous diet, adeptly foraging among the bushes it calls home. Breeding behavior includes laying a clutch of 3-5 eggs in a nest well-hidden within a bush.

Song & Calls

The vocalizations of the Marmora's warbler can be described as a fast rattle, a distinctive sound that resonates through its preferred habitats.

Breeding

The breeding season sees these warblers constructing nests in bushes, where they lay between 3 and 5 eggs.

Similar Species

Juvenile Marmora's warblers may be confused with young Dartford warblers due to their grey underparts. However, the paler throat of the Marmora's warbler is a distinguishing feature.

Diet and Feeding

As with many warblers, the Marmora's warbler sustains itself primarily on insects, which it actively seeks out among the foliage.

Conservation status

The Marmora's warbler is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, indicating a stable population without significant threats at this time.

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