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Lesser Swamp Warbler

Lesser Swamp Warbler

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The Lesser Swamp Warbler is a common and widespread resident warbler of African wetlands. It is typically found in reedbeds, papyrus, and other dense vegetation along water bodies.
Where to spot
Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting reedbeds, papyrus swamps, and other dense vegetation along rivers, lakes, and marshes.
How to spot
Look for it moving actively within the reeds. Listen for its distinctive, often rapid and chattering song, which is highly characteristic of wetlands in Africa.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Can be observed throughout the day, often more vocal during the breeding season.
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File:Lesser Swamp Warbler (Acrocephalus gracilirostris) (46182435232).jpg
File:Lesser swamp warbler, Acrocephalus gracilirostris, at Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (40722474250).jpg
File:Lesser swamp warbler, Acrocephalus gracilirostris, at Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (40722474830).jpg
File:Lesser swamp warbler, Acrocephalus gracilirostris, at Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (40722475150).jpg
File:Lesser swamp warbler, Acrocephalus gracilirostris, at Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (40722475760).jpg
File:Lesser swamp warbler (Acrocephalus gracilirostris), Marievale, 1.jpg
File:Lesser swamp warbler (Acrocephalus gracilirostris), Marievale, 2.jpg
File:Lesser Swamp Warbler (Acrocephalus gracilirostris) (45851036464).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lesser Swamp Warbler (Acrocephalus gracilirostris) (46182435232).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lesser swamp warbler, Acrocephalus gracilirostris, at Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (40722474250).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lesser swamp warbler, Acrocephalus gracilirostris, at Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (40722474830).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lesser swamp warbler, Acrocephalus gracilirostris, at Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (40722475150).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lesser swamp warbler, Acrocephalus gracilirostris, at Marievale Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (40722475760).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lesser swamp warbler (Acrocephalus gracilirostris), Marievale, 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lesser swamp warbler (Acrocephalus gracilirostris), Marievale, 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This warbler is an adept climber, often seen clambering up and down reed stems as it searches for insects, making it a dynamic sight in its marshy habitat.
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