Phylloscopus trochiloides - spring

Greenish Warbler

AGE – BEST CRITERIA:

Not possible to age due to complete pre-breeding moult in both age classes. Individual variation in wear is seen in spring migrating birds.

2cy+ May. Whole wing is pre-breeding, and rather well kept. [SS6948]

2cy+ May. Whole wing is pre-breeding, but showing more wear than in the bird to the left. [SS6931]

2cy+ May, showing pre-breeding PC. [SS6931]

2cy+ May. Whole tail is pre-breeding. [SS6948]

More Phylloscopus trochiloides:
Ageing autumn
Moult

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