Cisticola exilis

3 Golden-headed Cisticola at Fyshwick, ACT

Cisticola exilis at Fyshwick, ACT - 30 Aug 2018
Cisticola exilis at Fyshwick, ACT - 30 Aug 2018
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Cisticola exilis 30 Aug 2018 ChrisDavey
Cisticola exilis 30 Aug 2018 RodDeb

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ChrisDavey wrote:
   31 Aug 2018
From the short tail I would suggest this bird is in breeding condition. Chris
   31 Aug 2018
Great photo's Deb
RodDeb wrote:
   1 Sep 2018
Thanks Michael and Chris. Thought it's tail looked a bit tatty. The bird was hiding in the grass but luckily came out and posed for a short time.

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