Rattling Cisticola

Cisticola chiniana

The rattling cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae which is native to Africa south of the equator, and parts of East Africa. It is a common to abundant species in open savanna and scrubland habitats, whether in arid, moist or upland regions. Especially during summer, it is highly conspicuous due to its strident and repetitive call-notes from prominent perches.

Scientific name

Cisticola chiniana

Family

Cisticolas and Allies

IUCN status

LC