About the Croaking Cisticola
The Croaking Cisticola (Cisticola natalensis) is a species of bird in the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 164 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code crocis1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Cisticola natalensis |
| Species Codes | crocis1, CRCI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Croaking Cisticola belong to?
The Croaking Cisticola (Cisticola natalensis) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Croaking Cisticola?
The Croaking Cisticola is a member of the Cisticolas and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Croaking Cisticola sighting?
You can log sightings of Croaking Cisticola on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crocis1, or on iNaturalist.