Meadow Pipit

Anthus pratensis

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Brief #

An undistinguished, mainly brown above and buff below, with darker streaking on most of its plumage.

Red List Status #

The Meadow Pipit is close to being at high risk of extinction in the near future.
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Description #

Mainly brown above and buff below, with darker streaking on most of its plumage; the tail is brown, with narrow white side edges. It has a thin bill and pale pinkish-yellow legs; the hind claw is notably long, longer than the rest of the hind toe.

Measurements #

Length: 14 - 15 cm
Wingspan: 23 - 25 cm
Weight: 15 - 22 g

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