Golden-headed Cisticola

Cisticola exilis · Species of bird
Order
Passeriformes
Codes
gohcis1, GHCI

About the Golden-headed Cisticola

The golden-headed cisticola, also known as the bright-capped cisticola, is a species of warbler in the family Cisticolidae, found in Australia and thirteen Asian countries. Growing to 9–11.5 cm (3.5–4.5 in) long, it is usually brown and cream in colour, but has a different appearance during the mating season, with a gold-coloured body and a much shorter tail. It is an omnivore and frequently makes a variety of vocalizations. Known as the "finest tailor of all birds", it constructs nests out of plants and spider threads. It mates in the rainy season. It has a very large range and population, which is thought to be increasing.

Source: Wikipedia

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderPasseriformes
FamilyCisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae)
SpeciesCisticola exilis
Species Codesgohcis1, GHCI

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Golden-headed Cisticola belong to?

The Golden-headed Cisticola (Cisticola exilis) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.

How can I identify the Golden-headed Cisticola?

The golden-headed cisticola, also known as the bright-capped cisticola, is a species of warbler in the family Cisticolidae, found in Australia and thirteen Asian countries. Growing to 9–11.5 cm (3.5–4.5 in) long, it is usually brown and cream in colour, but has a different appearance during the mati...

Where can I report a Golden-headed Cisticola sighting?

You can log sightings of Golden-headed Cisticola on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gohcis1, or on iNaturalist.