Asian Desert Warbler
Asian Desert Warbler
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The Asian Desert Warbler (Sylvia nana) is a tiny, pale, and relatively long-tailed warbler, well-camouflaged for its arid habitats. It is characterized by its sandy-buff plumage and prominent yellowish eyes, often appearing quite sprightly. Its simple song is a rapid, high-pitched trill.
Where to spot
Breeds across Central Asia, from the Caspian Sea to Mongolia and northern China. Winters in the Middle East and Indian subcontinent. Primarily found in arid and semi-arid steppe, desert scrub, and stony plains.
How to spot
Scan low, sparse desert vegetation and stony ground for this small, pale bird. Look for its yellowish eye, often cocked tail, and active foraging behavior. Listen for its rather weak, rattling, or trilling song, which is less complex than many other warblers.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (April-July) in its Asian range. During migration (March-April and September-October), it can disperse widely, sometimes appearing as a vagrant far from its typical range.
Where to spot
Breeds across Central Asia, from the Caspian Sea to Mongolia and northern China. Winters in the Middle East and Indian subcontinent. Primarily found in arid and semi-arid steppe, desert scrub, and stony plains.
How to spot
Scan low, sparse desert vegetation and stony ground for this small, pale bird. Look for its yellowish eye, often cocked tail, and active foraging behavior. Listen for its rather weak, rattling, or trilling song, which is less complex than many other warblers.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (April-July) in its Asian range. During migration (March-April and September-October), it can disperse widely, sometimes appearing as a vagrant far from its typical range.
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The Asian Desert Warbler is a highly nomadic species, with populations shifting considerably based on rainfall and resource availability within its vast, arid range.
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