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Whistling Cisticola
Cisticola lateralis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.2 cm
Weight
16.5 g
Family
Cisticolidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Whistling Cisticola (Cisticola lateralis) is a bird species in the family Cisticolidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.2 cm and a weight of 16.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.2 cm | 4.8 in |
| Weight | 16.5 g | 0.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cisticolidae |
| Genus | Cisticola |
| Species | Cisticola lateralis |
Distribution
Whistling Cisticola has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Whistling Cisticola endangered?
The Whistling Cisticola has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Whistling Cisticola nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the Whistling Cisticola?
The Whistling Cisticola has a wingspan of 12.2 cm, weight of 16.5 g.
What order and family does the Whistling Cisticola belong to?
The Whistling Cisticola (Cisticola lateralis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cisticolidae.
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