Croaking Cisticola
Croaking Cisticola
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The Croaking Cisticola is a common and widespread African species, distinctive for its croaking or harsh vocalizations. It prefers tall grasslands.
Where to spot
Widespread across Sub-Saharan Africa. It inhabits tall grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.
How to spot
Listen for its characteristic loud, croaking song, often delivered from a prominent perch or during a high display flight overhead.
When to spot
A year-round resident. It is highly vocal, especially during the breeding season, when males are actively displaying.
Where to spot
Widespread across Sub-Saharan Africa. It inhabits tall grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.
How to spot
Listen for its characteristic loud, croaking song, often delivered from a prominent perch or during a high display flight overhead.
When to spot
A year-round resident. It is highly vocal, especially during the breeding season, when males are actively displaying.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its loud, frog-like croaking song is a familiar and characteristic sound of the African savanna, helping to distinguish it instantly by ear.
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