Moltoni’s Warbler
Curruca subalpina
Moltoni's Warbler is a rare migrant to Britain, with most sightings occurring during the spring and autumn periods, particularly in the southern regions. It is more commonly associated with its native habitats in Italy and the surrounding islands, making any British sighting a notable event.
Field Identification Guide
Use these features to identify Moltoni’s Warbler in the field.
The Moltoni's Warbler can be identified by its grey-brown back, white underside, and distinctive white eye-ring, as well as its relatively long tail and rounded wings.
The Moltoni's Warbler is smaller than a House Sparrow, but larger than a Goldcrest.
The male Moltoni's Warbler has a grey-brown upperparts and white underparts, with a greyish-brown crown and a white throat patch.
The female plumage is similar to the male, with subtle variations in the intensity of the colours.
The Moltoni's Warbler has a distinctive, melodic song and a sharp, metallic call.
Moltoni's Warblers are known to be active and skulking, often feeding on insects and spiders in dense vegetation, and exhibiting a rapid, darting flight style when disturbed.
The Moltoni's Warbler can be confused with the Subalpine Warbler, but can be distinguished by its greyer upperparts and distinctive white eye-ring, as well as its different song pattern.
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