Green Warbler
Phylloscopus nitidus
The Green Warbler is a rare migrant to Britain, with most sightings occurring during the spring and autumn, particularly in the southern counties, although it is primarily found in the Caucasus Mountains in southeastern Europe. It is a notable species due to its elusive nature and limited appearances in the UK.
Field Identification Guide
Use these features to identify Green Warbler in the field.
The Green Warbler can be identified by its bright green upperparts, yellowish-green wings, and white underparts, as well as its distinctive white eye-ring and pale yellowish-brown legs.
The Green Warbler is slightly smaller than a Chiffchaff, making it a compact and agile bird.
The male Green Warbler has a vibrant green back, wings, and tail, with a yellowish tinge to its green upperparts, and white underside with a yellowish wash on the breast and flanks.
The female Green Warbler is similar to the male, with slightly duller green upperparts and a less vibrant yellowish tinge.
The Green Warbler's call is a sharp, high-pitched "tsee" or "tsit", while its song is a melodic, whistled phrase that sounds like a series of descending notes.
The Green Warbler is an active and agile bird, often seen flitting between trees and shrubs in search of insects, and it has a distinctive, hovering flight style as it pursues its prey.
The Green Warbler can be confused with the Yellow-browed Warbler and the Chiffchaff, but it can be distinguished by its brighter green upperparts, white eye-ring, and pale yellowish-brown legs, as well as its distinctive call and song.
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