About the Tana River Cisticola
The Tana River Cisticola (Cisticola restrictus) 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 tarcis1 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 restrictus |
| Species Codes | tarcis1, TRCI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tana River Cisticola belong to?
The Tana River Cisticola (Cisticola restrictus) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Tana River Cisticola?
The Tana River 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 Tana River Cisticola sighting?
You can log sightings of Tana River Cisticola on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tarcis1, or on iNaturalist.