Madagascar Cisticola
NameMadagascar Cisticola
Common NameMadagascar Cisticola
Scientific NameCisticola cherina
FamilyCisticolidae
Wingspan (cm)12
Length (cm)10
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are streaky brown, with a rufous-brown crown and nape. Underparts are buffy white, becoming paler on the belly. It has a pale supercilium and a dark eye-stripe, with a short, slender bill.
Vocalization / CallIts call is typically a series of high-pitched, insect-like 'tzip' or 'tsip' notes, often given rapidly. It can also produce a buzzing or trilling song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, wetland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Madagascar, found throughout the island in suitable open habitats.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Plain brown plumage, Rufous crown, Pale supercilium, Short tail, Habitat preference for open grassy areas
Description
The Madagascar Cisticola is a small, plain brown warbler endemic to Madagascar. It typically forages low in dense vegetation, often in open grassy or scrubby areas, and can be quite secretive.
