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2011-05-31 The Marsh Warbler, Acrocephalus palustris
The Marsh Warbler, Acrocephalus palustris, breeds in temperate Europe and western Asia and winters mainly in
south east Africa. It is notable for incorporating striking imitations
of a wide variety of other birds into its song.
The Marsh Warbler breeds in a variety of mostly damp habitats, but in
Africa winters mainly in dry, well-vegetated areas. It is common over
much of its breeding range and expanding its distribution in some areas.
However in Britain it is now virtually extinct as a breeding bird. This insectivorous warbler can be easily confused with several close relatives, but the imitative song of the male is highly distinctive. |