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LBJ in Ethiopia (1 Viewer)
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James Lowther
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it's a cisticola, not sure which species but the location and altitude should narrow it down. Check for one with a rufous cap and black lores.
cheers,
James
cheers,
James
Jean FRANCOIS
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From what I see from the bird, the altitude, the environment, I would say Ethiopian Cisticola.
Jean
Jean
alfred huber
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In Simian Mountain NP there are two different Cisticola: Stout and Ethiopian C.
Could the first two pics be a Stout Cisticola and the second pic the Ethiopian Cisticola?
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Jean FRANCOIS
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The first two photos show a Ethiopian Cisticola,
the third ?? Possibly Singing Cisticola.
Jean
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alfred huber
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Good Morning Jean Francois, can you explain to me why 1 and 2 are Ethiopian rather than Stout C.? According to my books has Ethiopian no black streaking in the brown crown.
Jean FRANCOIS
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Hello,
the crown may be slightly streaked in the Ethiopian C.
The bill is a little weak for a Stout.
In addition, the great coverts have the bright color of the primaries.
Jean
