Least ConcernInvertebratesDesertDomed nestSmall · 17 g
About the Ashy Cisticola
The ashy cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, and Tanzania. Its natural habitats are dry savanna, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.
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What the Ashy Cisticola sounds like
Recording: Kileo Jumah · CC0 · via xeno-canto
Where the Ashy Cisticola lives
Regular rangeRare visitor
Recorded as a rare visitor in South Sudan.
When to see the Ashy Cisticola
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Peak activity in November · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Luapula CisticolaCisticola luapulaThe Luapula cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
Tinkling CisticolaCisticola rufilatusThe tinkling cisticola or grey cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
Carruthers's CisticolaCisticola carruthersiCarruthers's cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
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