VulnerableEndemicInvertebratesGrasslandDomed nestSmall · 24 g
About the Aberdare Cisticola
The Aberdare cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is endemic to Kenya.
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The Aberdare cisticola is 12–15 cm (4.7–5.9 in) in length, and weighs 18–24 g (0.63–0.85 oz). It is a large and stocky cisticola with a heavy bill, plain face, boldly striped upperparts, and a medium-long graduated tail. Its voice is a mixture of peeuu tew tew and other short trills.
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Where the Aberdare Cisticola lives
Regular range
When to see the Aberdare Cisticola
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Peak activity in November · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Churring CisticolaCisticola njombeThe churring cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
Bubbling CisticolaCisticola bulliensThe bubbling cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
Black-lored CisticolaCisticola nigrilorisThe black-lored cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
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