Blackcap
Sylvia atricapilla
Fun Fact: Sightings of blackcaps are rare in Namibia, mainly because they are a non-breeder in the country.
Introduction: Sightings of blackcaps (Sylvia atricapilla) are rare in Namibia, mainly because they are a non-breeder in the country. Their normal habitat is in woodland with thick undergrowth.
Distribution: Rare recordings only from Möwe Bay on the Skeleton Coast and on the Kavango River east of Rundu.
Diet: Not known.
Description: A small to medium-sized warbler with a medium tail and rather long wings for the size of the bird. Atricapilla is a Latin word for 'black-haired' meaning 'black-capped'. A rich, loud warble can last for up to 7 seconds.
Breeding: Extralimital.
Size: 13cm.
Weight: 18g.
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