Clamorous Reed-Warbler

Acrocephalus stentoreus

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Acrocephalidae

Size:

18-20 cm

Weight:

23-34 g

Taxonomy:

A. s. brunnescens (Jerdon, 1839)

Short Description:

Clamorous Reed-Warbler (Acrocephalus stentoreus) is a small passerine bird characterized by its olive-brown upperparts and pale underparts. It has a relatively long, slender bill and a distinctive pale eyebrow stripe. The species is known for its loud and melodious song, consisting of a series of repeated phrases, often heard emanating from dense reedbeds and wetland habitats.

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Clamorous Reed-Warbler is primarily found in wetland habitats such as marshes, reedbeds, and riverine areas. It is distributed across various regions of the country, including Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan, where suitable habitats are available. During the breeding season, it may also occur in agricultural areas with tall grasses and dense vegetation.

Clamorous Reed-Warbler is a highly vocal bird species, with its song serving as a key component of territorial and courtship behavior. It is often heard singing from concealed perches within dense vegetation, where it forages for insects and other small invertebrates. During the breeding season, males engage in spirited territorial disputes, defending their nesting territories with persistent singing and occasional aggressive encounters with neighboring males. Nesting sites are typically situated amidst dense vegetation near water bodies, where females construct cup-shaped nests from grasses and plant fibers. Both parents participate in incubating the eggs and feeding the young, showcasing cooperative breeding behavior. Outside of the breeding season, Clamorous Reed-Warblers may form loose flocks, moving between suitable wetland habitats in search of food and suitable roosting sites.