Biak Leaf Warbler

Phylloscopus misoriensis

Leaf Warblers · Passeriformes · Legendary

The Biak Leaf Warbler (Phylloscopus misoriensis) is a legendary leaf warbler found only in Indonesia, weighing about 11 g. The Biak leaf warbler is a species of Old World warbler in the family Phylloscopidae.

Near ThreatenedLegendaryEndemicEats invertebratesforest11 g

About the Biak Leaf Warbler

The Biak leaf warbler is a species of Old World warbler in the family Phylloscopidae. It is only found in Biak, Indonesia.

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Where it lives

When to see it

Best months: June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in August. It is a winter visitor species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a Biak Leaf Warbler look like?
The Biak leaf warbler is a species of Old World warbler in the family Phylloscopidae.
How big is a Biak Leaf Warbler?
The Biak Leaf Warbler is a tiny sized bird weighing about 11 g.
Where can you see a Biak Leaf Warbler?
The Biak Leaf Warbler is endemic to Indonesia, which is the only country where it occurs.
What birds look similar to a Biak Leaf Warbler?
The Biak Leaf Warbler is most easily confused with the Makira Leaf Warbler, the Kolombangara Leaf Warbler and the Rote Leaf Warbler.
Is the Biak Leaf Warbler endangered?
The Biak Leaf Warbler is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

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