About the Marsh Warbler
The marsh warbler is an Old World warbler currently classified in the family Acrocephalidae. It breeds in temperate Europe and the western Palearctic and winters mainly in southeast Africa. It is notable for incorporating striking imitations of a wide variety of other birds into its song.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Reed Warblers and Allies (Acrocephalidae) |
| Species | Acrocephalus palustris |
| Species Codes | marwar3, MAWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Marsh Warbler belong to?
The Marsh Warbler (Acrocephalus palustris) belongs to the Reed Warblers and Allies family (Acrocephalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Marsh Warbler?
The marsh warbler is an Old World warbler currently classified in the family Acrocephalidae. It breeds in temperate Europe and the western Palearctic and winters mainly in southeast Africa. It is notable for incorporating striking imitations of a wide variety of other birds into its song....
Where can I report a Marsh Warbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Marsh Warbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code marwar3, or on iNaturalist.
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