About the Upland Pipit
The upland pipit is a species of bird in the family Motacillidae. It is found in Afghanistan, China, Hong Kong, India, Nepal, and Pakistan. As its name suggests, it inhabits mountains, typically open areas with grassland at elevations above 500m.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Anthus sylvanus |
| Species Codes | uplpip1, UPPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Upland Pipit belong to?
The Upland Pipit (Anthus sylvanus) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Upland Pipit?
The upland pipit is a species of bird in the family Motacillidae. It is found in Afghanistan, China, Hong Kong, India, Nepal, and Pakistan. As its name suggests, it inhabits mountains, typically open areas with grassland at elevations above 500m....
Where can I report a Upland Pipit sighting?
You can log sightings of Upland Pipit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code uplpip1, or on iNaturalist.
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