1. Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.|
2. Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.|
"Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.
Chief Minister M K Stalin announced on Twitter
The Zitting Cisticola, also known as the Fan-tailed Warbler, is a tiny, lively bird that's often found in grasslands and wet areas.
These birds are known for their joyful disposition and unique behavior.
Zitting Cisticolas have brown and white plumage with subtle streaks.
They are excellent fliers and are often seen darting around, chasing insects.
What makes them even more interesting is their distinctive display, where they spiral high into the sky before parachuting back down, all the while singing a cheerful song.
It's like they're the acrobats and singers of the bird world.
These birds have a pleasant and musical call, which sounds like a lively combination of chirps and trills.
If you ever see a small bird with modest plumage, darting around and spiraling high in the sky, all while singing a merry tune, you've met the Zitting Cisticola, the energetic avian acrobat and songster, adding both excitement and melody to the grasslands and wet areas.
Small, streaked bird found in grasslands, marshes, and wetlands.
Known for its distinctive 'zitting' call and erratic, fluttering flight.
Feeds on insects and seeds, foraging low in vegetation.
Builds a cup-shaped nest hidden in dense grass or reeds.