Zitting Cisticola (Cisticola juncidis) घास की फुतकी, पिटपिटी, खेरगुसा, तुनतुनीया - Birds Arouind Me 0266
The Zitting Cisticola, known in Hindi as घास की फुतकी, पिटपिटी, खेरगुसा, or तुनतुनीया, is a tiny grassland bird that fills the air with its distinctive “zitting” calls. Despite its small size, this bird is one of the most noticeable residents of India’s open fields and wetlands. Zitting Cisticola (Cisticola juncidis) घास की फुतकी, पिटपिटी, खेरगुसा, तुनतुनीया Jabalpur, December 2025 Measuring just 10–12 cm in length, the Zitting Cisticola is a delicate bird with streaked brown upperparts, a short rounded tail, and buff underparts. Its rufous rump and fine streaks give it excellent camouflage among tall grasses. Though plain in appearance, its lively behavior and constant calling make it easy to identify. This species is widely distributed across India, South Asia, Africa, and southern Europe, thriving in grasslands, scrub, and wetlands. In India, it is a common resident, often seen flitting among tall grasses or perched on reeds. Its preference for open habitats m...