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Levaillant's Cisticola

Levaillant's Cisticola

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The Piping Cisticola is an African species known for its clear, piping calls. It is strongly associated with dense vegetation near water.
Where to spot
Found in Southern Africa, particularly in reedbeds, sedge thickets, and swampy areas near water bodies.
How to spot
Listen for its clear, repetitive piping calls, often delivered from a hidden perch within reeds. Patience is key to getting a visual sighting.
When to spot
A year-round resident. It is highly vocal, especially during the breeding season, when its song is most frequently heard.
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File:Cisticola tinniens, Marievale, Johannesburg, South Africa (8063100873).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cisticola tinniens (8063100873).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Levaillant's Cisticola, Cisticola tinniens, at Ezemvelo Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa. (45864891791).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Levaillant's Cisticola, Cisticola tinniens.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Levaillant's Cisticola, Cisticola tinniens at Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (14982614730).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Levaillant's Cisticola, Cisticola tinniens at Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (14982624230).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Levaillant's Cisticola, Cisticola tinniens at Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa (14982693718).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Levaillant's Cisticola Cisticola tinniens.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tinkling Cisticola (Cisticola tinniens).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Its pure, flute-like piping song is unmistakable and stands out distinctly among the more buzzy or harsh calls of other cisticolas.
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