Friday, December 13, 2013

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Cisticolas and allies- Passeriformes- Cisticolidae

The Cisticolidae are warblers found mainly in warmer southern regions of the Old World. They are small birds of drab brown or grey appearance found in open countries such as grassland or scrub. There are 16 species, which occur in India.
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"A perched Ashy Prinia (Prinia socialis) rests on a branch, its delicate grey plumage blending in with the surroundings' subdued tones. The bird's slim body and long tail may be seen as it perches alertly."
Ashy Prinia Prinia socialis socialis   - Adult Mt. Abu

"Graceful Prinia Prinia gracilis Mt. Abu, perched on a bush with its back towards the lens,"
Graceful Prinia Prinia gracilis Mt. Abu

"Grey-breasted Prinia Prinia hodgsonii, displaying its grey head and white with grey chest,"
Grey-breasted Prinia Prinia hodgsonii hodgsonii Mt Abu

"Jungle Prinia Prinia sylvatica Mt. Abu, perched on a bush overlooking a stream."
Jungle Prinia Prinia sylvatica   Mt. Abu
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Location: Mount Abu, Rajasthan 307501, India

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