About the Lesser Swamp Warbler
The lesser swamp warbler or Cape reed warbler is an Old World warbler in the genus Acrocephalus. It is sparsely present across sub-Saharan Africa, a common species of reedbeds in standing water.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Reed Warblers and Allies (Acrocephalidae) |
| Species | Acrocephalus gracilirostris |
| Species Codes | leswar1, LESW, LSWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Swamp Warbler belong to?
The Lesser Swamp Warbler (Acrocephalus gracilirostris) belongs to the Reed Warblers and Allies family (Acrocephalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Swamp Warbler?
The lesser swamp warbler or Cape reed warbler is an Old World warbler in the genus Acrocephalus. It is sparsely present across sub-Saharan Africa, a common species of reedbeds in standing water....
Where can I report a Lesser Swamp Warbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Swamp Warbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code leswar1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
60
Species in Family
1,616
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