African Pipit
Anthus cinnamomeus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
17.4 cm
Weight
24.5 g
Family
Motacillidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The African Pipit is a streaked, ground-dwelling songbird of open grasslands and savanna, weighing around 25 g with a wingspan near 17 cm. It walks confidently on the ground and delivers its song from elevated perches or in aerial display flights.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.4 cm | 6.9 in |
| Weight | 24.5 g | 0.86 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 12-17 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Motacillidae (Wagtails & Pipits) |
| Genus | Anthus |
| Species | Anthus cinnamomeus |
Distribution
African Pipit has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the African Pipit endangered?
The African Pipit has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Pipit nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 12-17 days.
How big is the African Pipit?
The African Pipit has a wingspan of 17.4 cm, weight of 24.5 g.
What order and family does the African Pipit belong to?
The African Pipit (Anthus cinnamomeus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Motacillidae.
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