The Southern Marquesan Reed Warbler is an endemic species to the southern Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia. It inhabits dense vegetation across its island homes.
Where to spot
Endemic to the southern Marquesas Islands (e.g., Fatu Hiva, Tahuata) in French Polynesia, found in dense forest, scrub, and sometimes cultivated areas.
How to spot
Focus on dense vegetation. Listen for its characteristic song, which can be quite loud and varied, helping to locate it among the foliage.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, often more vocal in the mornings.
Where to spot
Endemic to the southern Marquesas Islands (e.g., Fatu Hiva, Tahuata) in French Polynesia, found in dense forest, scrub, and sometimes cultivated areas.
How to spot
Focus on dense vegetation. Listen for its characteristic song, which can be quite loud and varied, helping to locate it among the foliage.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, often more vocal in the mornings.
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Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is part of a complex of closely related reed warblers found across the Marquesas, with subtle differences in songs and morphology distinguishing them.
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