Australasian Reed-warbler
Acrocephalus australis
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The Australasian Reed-warbler is a small warbler common in reed beds and wetland vegetation across Australia and parts of the Pacific. Weighing about 18.1g with a wingspan of 14.3cm, it is a plain brown bird with a pale supercilium, recognized more by its loud, churring song. It feeds on insects gleaned from reed stems and foliage.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.3 cm | 5.6 in |
| Weight | 18.06 g | 0.64 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 10-13 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Acrocephalidae |
| Genus | Acrocephalus |
| Species | Acrocephalus australis |
Distribution
Australasian Reed-warbler has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Acrocephalidae family