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The Sardinian Warbler (Sylvia melanocephala) is a small mainly
insectivorous warbler of the family Sylviidae which is in the genus Sylvia. It is commonly
encountered in southern and eastern Europe and around the Mediterranean
Basin as well as on the Canary Islands. Up to five subspecies are
recognised by some authorities. The female, typically of most sylvia warblers, has drabber
plumage, it is grey headed with brownish upper parts and the under parts
are washed buff. This species normally occurs in shrubby type habitat
as well as in parks and gardens.
Text: © Patrick J. O'Keeffe / RawBirds.com