Sichuan Leaf Warbler
Phylloscopus forresti
The Sichuan Leaf Warbler (Phylloscopus forresti) is a rare leaf warbler found in 3 countries, weighing about 5 g. The Sichuan leaf warbler is a species of leaf warbler found in central China.









About the Sichuan Leaf Warbler
The Sichuan leaf warbler is a species of leaf warbler found in central China. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and heavily degraded former forest.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Thailand.
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, December, with peak activity in May. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Sichuan Leaf Warbler look like?
- The Sichuan leaf warbler is a species of leaf warbler found in central China.
- How big is a Sichuan Leaf Warbler?
- The Sichuan Leaf Warbler is a tiny sized bird weighing about 5 g.
- Where can you see a Sichuan Leaf Warbler?
- The Sichuan Leaf Warbler occurs in 3 countries, including China and India.
- What birds look similar to a Sichuan Leaf Warbler?
- The Sichuan Leaf Warbler is most easily confused with the Chinese Leaf Warbler, the Red-faced Woodland Warbler and the Yellow-streaked Warbler.
- Is the Sichuan Leaf Warbler endangered?
- The Sichuan Leaf Warbler is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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