About the Paddyfield Pipit
The paddyfield pipit or Oriental pipit is a small passerine bird in the pipit and wagtail family. It is a resident (non-migratory) breeder in open scrub, grassland and cultivation in southern Asia east to the Philippines. Although among the few breeding pipits in the Asian region, identification becomes difficult in winter when several other species migrate into the region. The taxonomy of the species is complex and has undergone considerable changes.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Anthus rufulus |
| Species Codes | oripip1, PAPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Paddyfield Pipit belong to?
The Paddyfield Pipit (Anthus rufulus) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Paddyfield Pipit?
The paddyfield pipit or Oriental pipit is a small passerine bird in the pipit and wagtail family. It is a resident (non-migratory) breeder in open scrub, grassland and cultivation in southern Asia east to the Philippines. Although among the few breeding pipits in the Asian region, identification bec...
Where can I report a Paddyfield Pipit sighting?
You can log sightings of Paddyfield Pipit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code oripip1, or on iNaturalist.
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