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Cisticola
__NOTOC__ Cisticolas (pronounced ''sis-TIC-olas'') are a genus of very small insectivorous birds formerly classified in the Old World warbler family Sylviidae, but now usually considered to be in the separate family Cisticolidae, along with other southern warbler genera. They are believed to be quite closely related to the swallows and martins, the bulbuls and the white-eyes. The genus contains about 50 species, of which only two are not found in Africa: one in Madagascar and the other from Asia to Australasia. They are also sometimes called fantail-warblers due to their habit of conspicuously flicking their tails, or tailor-birds because of their nests. The genus was erected by the German naturalist Johann Jakob Kaup in 1829. The name ''Cisticola'' is from Ancient Greek ''kisthos'', " rock-rose", and Latin ''colere'', "to dwell". Range and habitat Cisticolas are widespread through the Old World's tropical and sub-tropical regions. Africa, which is home to almost all species, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zitting Cisticola
The zitting cisticola or streaked fantail warbler (''Cisticola juncidis'') is a widely distributed Old World warbler whose breeding range includes southern Europe, Africa (outside the deserts and rainforest), and southern Asia down to northern Australia. A small bird found mainly in grasslands, it is best identified by its rufous rump; as well, it lacks any gold on the collar and the brownish tail is tipped with white. During the breeding season, males have a zigzagging flight display accompanied by regular "zitting" calls that have been likened to repeated snips of a scissor. They build their pouch nest suspended within a clump of grass. Taxonomy and systematics The zitting cisticola was described by the naturalist Constantine Samuel Rafinesque in 1810 and given the binomial name ''Sylvia juncidis''. The type locality is Campofelice di Roccella in Sicily. The current genus name ''Cisticola'' is from Ancient Greek ''kisthos'', " rock-rose", and Latin ''colere'', "to dwell". Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zitting Cisticola
The zitting cisticola or streaked fantail warbler (''Cisticola juncidis'') is a widely distributed Old World warbler whose breeding range includes southern Europe, Africa (outside the deserts and rainforest), and southern Asia down to northern Australia. A small bird found mainly in grasslands, it is best identified by its rufous rump; as well, it lacks any gold on the collar and the brownish tail is tipped with white. During the breeding season, males have a zigzagging flight display accompanied by regular "zitting" calls that have been likened to repeated snips of a scissor. They build their pouch nest suspended within a clump of grass. Taxonomy and systematics The zitting cisticola was described by the naturalist Constantine Samuel Rafinesque in 1810 and given the binomial name ''Sylvia juncidis''. The type locality is Campofelice di Roccella in Sicily. The current genus name ''Cisticola'' is from Ancient Greek ''kisthos'', " rock-rose", and Latin ''colere'', "to dwell". Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Golden-headed Cisticola
The golden-headed cisticola (''Cisticola exilis''), also known as the bright-capped cisticola, is a species of warbler in the family Cisticolidae, found in Australia and thirteen Asian countries. Growing to long, it is usually brown and cream in colour, but has a different appearance during the mating season, with a gold-coloured body and a much shorter tail. It is an omnivore and frequently makes a variety of vocalizations. Known as the "finest tailor of all birds", it constructs nests out of plants and spider threads. It mates in the rainy season. It has a very large range and population, which is thought to be increasing. Taxonomy The golden-headed cisticola was described by the naturalists Nicholas Vigors and Thomas Horsfield in 1827 and given the binomial name ''Malurus exilis''. The title page is dated 1826. The specific epithet ''exilis'' is the Latin word for "small", "slender" or "thin". It is now placed in the genus ''Cisticola'', which was erected by the German natu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Whistling Cisticola
The whistling cisticola (''Cisticola lateralis'') is a species of bird in the Cisticolidae family. It can be found in several regions within Africa, such as Angola, Benin, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Togo, Uganda, and Zambia. Its natural habitats include subtropical or tropical dry forests, dry savanna, and moist savanna. Taxonomy The genus name, ''Cisticola'', was erected by the German naturalist Johann Jakob Kaup in 1829. ''Cisticola'' derives from Ancient Greek kisthos, “rock-rose”, and Latin colere, “to dwell”. Subspecies * ''Cisticola lateralis modestus'' * ''Cisticola lateralis lateralis'' * ''Cisticola lateralis antinorii'' Description The whistling cisticola is a mid-sized bird that has a body length of 13–16 cm with a male weight of 14-21 grams, and female weight of 12-19 grams. A breeding, male cistico ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Red-faced Cisticola
The red-faced cisticola (''Cisticola erythrops'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is widely present across sub-Saharan Africa (rare in southern Africa). Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland and swamps. The race ''C. e. lepe'', found in Angola and possibly the southeast of the Democratic Republic of Congo, is sometimes regarded as a separate species, the Lepe cisticola. Gallery Cisticola erythrops MHNT.jpg, '' Cisticola erythrops '' - MHNT Cisticola erythrops sylvia MHNT.jpg, '' Cisticola erythrops sylvia'' - MHNT Red-faced Cisticola (Cisticola erythrops).jpg, Non-breeding adult at Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Red-faced Cisticola 112ND500 DSC0099.jpg, In Cuanza Norte Province, northern Angola References red-faced cisticola Birds of Sub-Saharan Africa red-faced cisticola The red-faced cisticola (''Cisticola erythrops'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is widely present ac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Singing Cisticola
The singing cisticola (''Cisticola cantans'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forest and subtropical or tropical dry shrubland. References External links * Singing cisticola Species text in The Atlas of Southern African Birds singing cisticola Birds of Sub-Saharan Africa singing cisticola The singing cisticola (''Cisticola cantans'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Eritrea, Ethiopia ... Taxa named by Theodor von Heuglin Taxon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hunter's Cisticola
Hunter's cisticola (''Cisticola hunteri'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Its natural habitats are tropical moist montane and high-altitude shrubland. It is a dueting species. References {{Taxonbar, from=Q3314705 Hunter's cisticola Birds of East Africa Hunter's cisticola Hunter's cisticola (''Cisticola hunteri'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Its natural habitats are tropical moist montane and high-altitude shrubland Shrubland, scrubland, scrub, br ... Taxonomy articles created by Polbot ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bubbling Cisticola
The bubbling cisticola (''Cisticola bulliens'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Angola and Democratic Republic of the Congo. Its natural habitats are dry savanna and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland. The song of the bird is variable, but its typical pattern is a couple of “che” notes followed by a long, liquid trill; overall, the song is very similar to the songs of chattering and rattling cisticolas. The bird gives squeaky whistles and scolding calls. References bubbling cisticola Birds of Central Africa bubbling cisticola The bubbling cisticola (''Cisticola bulliens'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Angola and Democratic Republic of the Congo. Its natural habitats are dry savanna and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland ... Taxonomy articles created by Polbot {{Cisticolidae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chattering Cisticola
The chattering cisticola (''Cisticola anonymus'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone. Its natural habitats are dry savanna and swamp A swamp is a forested wetland.Keddy, P.A. 2010. Wetland Ecology: Principles and Conservation (2nd edition). Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, UK. 497 p. Swamps are considered to be transition zones because both land and water play a role in ...s. References Cisticola Birds of Central Africa Birds described in 1855 Taxa named by Johann Wilhelm von Müller Taxonomy articles created by Polbot {{Cisticolidae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trilling Cisticola
The trilling cisticola (''Cisticola woosnami'') is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. Its natural habitats are dry savanna and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland Tropical and subtropical grasslands, savannas, and shrublands is a terrestrial biome defined by the World Wide Fund for Nature. The biome is dominated by grass and/or shrubs located in semi-arid to semi-humid climate regions of subtropical and t .... References trilling cisticola Birds of Central Africa Birds of East Africa trilling cisticola Taxonomy articles created by Polbot {{Cisticolidae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cisticolidae
The family Cisticolidae is a group of about 160 warblers, small passerine birds found mainly in warmer southern regions of the Old World. They were formerly included within the Old World warbler family Sylviidae. This family probably originated in Africa, which has the majority of species, but there are representatives of the family across tropical Asia into Australasia, and one species, the zitting cisticola, breeds in Europe. These are generally very small birds of drab brown or grey appearance found in open country such as grassland or scrub. They are often difficult to see and many species are similar in appearance, so the song is often the best identification guide. These are insectivorous birds which nest low in vegetation. Taxonomy The family was introduced (as Cisticolinae) by the Swedish zoologist Carl Jakob Sundevall in 1872. Many taxonomists place the red-winged prinia and the red-fronted prinia in the genus ''Prinia'' rather than in their own monotypic genera. Suppo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prinia
Prinia is a genus of small insectivorous birds belonging to the passerine bird family Cisticolidae. They were at one time classed in the Old World warbler family, Sylviidae. The prinias are sometimes referred to as wren-warblers. They are a little-known group of the tropical and subtropical Old World, the roughly thirty species being divided fairly equally between Africa and Asia. These are birds mainly of open habitats such as long grass or scrub, in which they are not easily seen. They are mainly resident, migration being limited to local cold weather movements. Non-breeding birds may form small flocks. Prinias have short wings but long tapering tails. They are fairly drab birds, brown or grey above (sometimes with dark streaks) and whitish below. Some species have different breeding and non-breeding plumages. The bill is a typical insectivore's, thin and slightly curved. Taxonomy The genus was erected by the American naturalist Thomas Horsfield in 1821. The type species ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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