Least ConcernUncommonInvertebratesGrasslandDomed nestTiny · 7 g
About the Wing-snapping Cisticola
The wing-snapping cisticola, also known as Ayres' cisticola, is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. Its scientific name honours South African ornithologist Thomas Ayres.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in December · a summer visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Winding CisticolaCisticola marginatusThe winding cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
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).
Wailing CisticolaCisticola laisThe wailing cisticola is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
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