Northern Marquesan Reed-warbler vs Papyrus Yellow Warbler
Acrocephalus percernis compared with Calamonastides gracilirostris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Northern Marquesan Reed-warbler | Papyrus Yellow Warbler |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acrocephalus percernis | Calamonastides gracilirostris |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Acrocephalidae | Acrocephalidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.1 cm (7.9 in) | 11.8 cm (4.6 in) |
| Weight | 34.0 g (1.20 oz) | 10.36 g (0.37 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Northern Marquesan Reed-warbler
Vulnerable
Papyrus Yellow Warbler
About These Birds
Northern Marquesan Reed-warbler
The Northern Marquesan Reed-warbler (<em>Acrocephalus percernis</em>) is a member of the family Acrocephalidae and is endemic to forest habitats in the Marquesas Islands of French Polynesia. Island-endemic reed-warblers such as this species have adapted to forested environments rather than the wetland habitats more typical of the genus. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. Nesting records indicate it builds a cup nest (CP), with a clutch size of 3 to 4 eggs. The …