Subalpine Warbler

Sylvia cantillans

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Brief #

Grey back and head, brick-red underparts, and white malar streaks.

Synonyms #

  • Curruca carrasqueña (Spanish)
  • Papuxa carrasqueira (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Subalpine Warbler is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

It has distinct male and female plumages. The adult male has a grey back and head, brick-red underparts, and white malar streaks ("moustaches"). The female is mainly brown above, with a greyer head, and whitish below with a pink flush.

Measurements #

Length: 12 - 13 cm
Wingspan: 15 - 19 cm
Weight: 8 - 13 g