About the Rufous-eared Warbler
The rufous-eared warbler is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. It is the only species in the genus Malcorus. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.
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The rufous-eared warbler is a small passerine bird that gets its name from its distinct rufous-coloured ear-patches. The head and rear of the neck are brown and streaked with dark red while the belly and neck are greyish white, with a variable black breast-band that is absent from adults during winter. The mantle and back are mottled with greyish brown and blackish brown. The eyes are described as reddish hazel, with pinkish legs and a black bill measuring 11–13 mm. The tail is long and thin, and is often held upright over the body.
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Where the Rufous-eared Warbler lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Uganda.
When to see the Rufous-eared Warbler
Peak activity in September · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Rock-loving CisticolaCisticola aberransThe rock-loving cisticola is a medium sized cisticola with an overall length of 13–14 cm (5.1–5.5 in).
Croaking CisticolaCisticola natalensisThe croaking cisticola is an Old World warbler in the family Cisticolidae.
Winding CisticolaCisticola marginatusThe winding cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
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