About the Levaillant's Cisticola
The Levaillant's Cisticola (Cisticola tinniens) 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 tincis1 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 tinniens |
| Species Codes | tincis1, LECI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Levaillant's Cisticola belong to?
The Levaillant's Cisticola (Cisticola tinniens) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Levaillant's Cisticola?
The Levaillant's 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 Levaillant's Cisticola sighting?
You can log sightings of Levaillant's Cisticola on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tincis1, or on iNaturalist.