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Black-backed Cisticola
Cisticola eximius
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Least Concern
Envergure
9,8 cm
Poids
12,0 g
Famille
Cisticolidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 9,8 cm | 3.9 in |
| Poids | 12,0 g | 0.42 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Cisticolidae |
| Genus | Cisticola |
| Espèces | Cisticola eximius |
Distribution
Black-backed Cisticola has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Black-backed Cisticola endangered?
The Black-backed Cisticola has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Black-backed Cisticola?
The Black-backed Cisticola has a wingspan of 9.8 cm, weight of 12.0 g.
What order and family does the Black-backed Cisticola belong to?
The Black-backed Cisticola (Cisticola eximius) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cisticolidae.
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Black-collared Apalis
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Kilombero Cisticola
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Vulnerable
White-tailed Cisticola
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Near Threatened
Maasai Apalis
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Not Evaluated
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Not Evaluated