About the Nilgiri Pipit
The Nilgiri pipit is a distinctive species of pipit that is endemic to the high altitude hills of southern India. Richer brown in colour than other pipits in the region, it is distinctive in having the streaking on the breast continuing along the flanks. It is non-migratory and has a tendency to fly into low trees when disturbed and is closely related to the tree pipits Anthus hodgsoni and Anthus trivialis.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Anthus nilghiriensis |
| Species Codes | nilpip1, NIPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Nilgiri Pipit belong to?
The Nilgiri Pipit (Anthus nilghiriensis) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Nilgiri Pipit?
The Nilgiri pipit is a distinctive species of pipit that is endemic to the high altitude hills of southern India. Richer brown in colour than other pipits in the region, it is distinctive in having the streaking on the breast continuing along the flanks. It is non-migratory and has a tendency to fly...
Where can I report a Nilgiri Pipit sighting?
You can log sightings of Nilgiri Pipit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nilpip1, or on iNaturalist.
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