Sharpe's Apalis vs Black-backed Cisticola
Apalis sharpii compared with Cisticola eximius
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Sharpe's Apalis | Black-backed Cisticola |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apalis sharpii | Cisticola eximius |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolidae | Cisticolidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 9.1 cm (3.6 in) | 9.8 cm (3.9 in) |
| Weight | 8.85 g (0.31 oz) | 12.0 g (0.42 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Sharpe's Apalis only
Black-backed Cisticola only
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Sharpe's Apalis
Least Concern
Black-backed Cisticola
About These Birds
Black-backed Cisticola
The Black-backed Cisticola is a small, grassland-dwelling warbler found in the damp grassy areas and wetland margins of West and Central Africa. It has a black back with buff streaking and warm rufous tones on the head and wings. It perches atop grass stems, singing persistently, and feeds on insects and small seeds.