Curruca cantillans
The Subalpine Warbler is a small, elegant bird with distinct sexual dimorphism. Males display a striking blue-grey upper body, contrasting white moustachial stripes, and rich chestnut-red underparts. Their eyes are accentuated by a prominent red eye ring.
Females are more subdued, with brown-grey upperparts and pale buff underparts. Both sexes have dark legs and a fine, pointed black bill. Juveniles resemble females but with duller plumage.
Length
11cm to 12.5cm
Wingspan
15cm to 19cm
Weight
9g to 12g
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
Subalpine Warblers inhabit Mediterranean scrubland, maquis, and open woodland with dense undergrowth. Their breeding range extends across southern Europe, from Portugal to Greece, including parts of North Africa.
During winter, they migrate to sub-Saharan Africa. Occasional vagrants are spotted in the UK, particularly in spring, making them an exciting find for British birdwatchers.
Up to 2,200 meters
Mediterranean, Temperate
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