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Sardinian warbler
Scientific name: Sylvia communis
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: SYLVIIDAE
Group: Birds
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 20 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.03-31.10
Gestation: 180 à 220 jours
Births: 31.10-15.11
Habitat:
Shrublands, maquis, Mediterranean vegetation
Description:
The Sardinian warbler is a small passerine bird found primarily in scrublands, maquis, and Mediterranean regions. It is easily recognized by its light gray plumage, brown back, and pale belly. This bird is primarily insectivorous, feeding on small prey such as insects and spiders, which it captures by rummaging through bushes and vegetation. It is also known for its melodious song and discreet movements in the underbrush.
Recommended lens:
>=600 mm
Photography tips:
Photograph the Sardinian warbler using a telephoto lens to capture its discreet movements and moments of singing. It is best to photograph early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is soft and the bird is more active. Be ready to capture a moment when the bird emerges from a bush to sing or forage.
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