Knysna Warbler vs Baikal Grasshopper-warbler

Bradypterus sylvaticus compared with Locustella davidi

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Knysna Warbler Baikal Grasshopper-warbler
Scientific Name Bradypterus sylvaticus Locustella davidi
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Locustellidae Locustellidae
Conservation Status Vulnerable Least Concern
Length
Wingspan 11.4 cm (4.5 in) 10.6 cm (4.2 in)
Weight 16.9 g (0.60 oz) 10.3 g (0.36 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 2-3 4-6
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Knysna Warbler only

None

Baikal Grasshopper-warbler only

None

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Knysna Warbler

Least Concern

Baikal Grasshopper-warbler

About These Birds

Baikal Grasshopper-warbler

The Baikal Grasshopper-warbler is a small warbler that breeds in northeastern Asia and winters in South and Southeast Asia, weighing about 10.3g with a wingspan of 10.6cm. It inhabits tall grass and reed beds, where it sings a distinctive reeling song. Like other Locustella warblers it is secretive and more often heard than seen.

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