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Where to observe and photograph the cetti's warbler in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the cetti's warbler in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the cetti's warbler’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Cetti's warbler
Scientific name: Cettia cetti
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: CETTIIDAE
Group: Birds
Sensitivity to human approach: Very shy
Minimum approach distance: 20 m
Courtship display: March to April
Incubation: 14–16 jours
Hatchings: March to April
Habitat:
Riverside scrub and reedbeds
Activity period :
Primarily active during the day, with peak activity in the morning and late afternoon.
Identification and description:
Cetti's warbler is a small passerine, 11–13 cm long, with dull brown-olive plumage and pink legs. Secretive species of riverside scrub and reedbeds, feeding mainly on insects and spiders. During breeding the male sings loudly from an exposed perch to mark its territory.
Recommended lens:
500 mm – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Stay hidden at the edge of reedbeds and observe silently; shoot in early morning when the male sings from a low perch to capture its posture and contrast against foliage.
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