Zitting Cisticola

Cisticola juncidis

The Zitting Cisticola, also known as the Fan-tailed Warbler, is a small passerine bird found in grasslands, marshes, and other open habitats across Europe, Africa, and Asia. It is known for its distinctive, high-pitched, insect-like song, often delivered in flight. This species is highly adaptable and can be found in a variety of human-altered landscapes. Zitting Cisticolas are small, slender birds with brown upperparts and pale underparts. They have a distinctive pale supercilium and a reddish-brown rump. Their breeding habitat includes open grasslands with tall grass or reeds. They are known for their aerial displays during the breeding season. The conservation status of the Zitting Cisticola is of Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List.

Habitat: Grasslands, marshes, open habitats