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Golden-headed Cisticola |
Sightings
A Golden-headed Cisticola was first observed by us on the banks of Narrabri Lake, in Narrabri, New South Wales, in August 2008. If the bird had not been calling softly from the reeds, it would have gone unnoticed.
Photos
Frontal view of a male Golden-headed Cisticola with its head turned
Here the same bird seen from behind
Depending on the light conditions, the plumage can appear to be much darker...
This photo shows most clearly the pattern of the tail feathers
Frontal view of a male Golden-headed Cisticola displaying its double crest (slightly out of focus)