Pleske's Grasshopper Warbler is an East Asian species, largely known from its restricted breeding grounds off the coast of Korea and Russia. It is a bird of coastal grasslands.
Where to spot
Breeds on a few islands off the coasts of Korea and southeastern Russia (e.g., Russky Island, Tsushima Island), inhabiting coastal grasslands and dense scrub. Winters likely in southern East Asia.
How to spot
Visit its known island breeding grounds. Listen for its distinctive song, which can help in locating this often hidden bird in dense coastal vegetation.
When to spot
Breeding season (summer) offers the best chance for observation in its limited range. Migration periods (spring/autumn) are also possible.
Where to spot
Breeds on a few islands off the coasts of Korea and southeastern Russia (e.g., Russky Island, Tsushima Island), inhabiting coastal grasslands and dense scrub. Winters likely in southern East Asia.
How to spot
Visit its known island breeding grounds. Listen for its distinctive song, which can help in locating this often hidden bird in dense coastal vegetation.
When to spot
Breeding season (summer) offers the best chance for observation in its limited range. Migration periods (spring/autumn) are also possible.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species has a very limited breeding range on a few offshore islands and is considered vulnerable due to habitat loss and disturbance.
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