About the Desert Cisticola
The desert cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is present throughout much of sub-Saharan Africa, although relatively absent from central and coastal western areas of the continent.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Cisticola aridulus |
| Species Codes | descis1, DECI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Desert Cisticola belong to?
The Desert Cisticola (Cisticola aridulus) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Desert Cisticola?
The desert cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is present throughout much of sub-Saharan Africa, although relatively absent from central and coastal western areas of the continent....
Where can I report a Desert Cisticola sighting?
You can log sightings of Desert Cisticola on eBird (ebird.org) using species code descis1, or on iNaturalist.
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