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Hunter's Cisticola

Hunter's Cisticola

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Hunter's Cisticola is a high-altitude African species, found in montane grasslands and moorlands. It has a dull, streaked plumage and a distinctive song.
Where to spot
Found in East Africa, specifically high-altitude grasslands and moorlands in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
How to spot
Look for it in open montane grasslands. Listen for its high-pitched, often explosive song, which is usually delivered from an exposed perch or in a display flight.
When to spot
A year-round resident. It is most vocal during the breeding season, which typically occurs during the rainy season.
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File:Cisticola hunteri 01.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cisticola hunteri 02.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cisticola hunteri 03.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is well-adapted to the cooler, often misty conditions of high-altitude environments, where it thrives.
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