Alpine Pipit
Anthus gutturalis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="anthus-gutturalis"></birdfyi-bird>The Alpine Pipit (Anthus gutturalis) is a bird species in the family Motacillidae (wagtails & pipits), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.3 cm and a weight of 36.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Alpine Pipit is a medium-sized pipit weighing around 37 g with a wingspan of 19.3 cm, inhabiting open alpine grasslands and rocky slopes. Like other pipits, it walks on the ground in search of insects and small seeds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.3 cm | 7.6 in |
| Weight | 36.5 g | 1.29 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Motacillidae (Wagtails & Pipits) |
| Genus | Anthus |
| Species | Anthus gutturalis |
Distribution
Alpine Pipit has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Motacillidae family