3,231 observationsLeast Concern
Rattling Cisticola
Cisticola chiniana
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Cisticolidae ›Genus: Cisticola
About
The rattling cisticola (Cisticola chiniana) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Rattling Cisticola is Cisticola chiniana.
- The Rattling Cisticola has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Rattling Cisticola belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Rattling Cisticola belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Rattling Cisticola belongs to the class Aves.
- Rattling Cisticola belongs to the order Passeriformes.
- Rattling Cisticola belongs to the family Cisticolidae.
- Rattling Cisticola belongs to the genus Cisticola.