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;[[:Category:Anthus|Anthus]] trivialis | ;[[:Category:Anthus|Anthus]] trivialis | ||
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==Identification== | ==Identification== | ||
The best way to identify Tree Pipits is their call, a strong buzz! Plumage-wise, tends to have a stronger face pattern than [[Meadow Pipit]], sometimes approaching [[Olive-backed Pipit]]. The median coverts are more obviously dark with pale edges, the breast and throat is a rich buff contrasting with the white belly and undertail. Lastly and most usefully, the thick dark streaks on the flanks become much narrower down by the flanks. | The best way to identify Tree Pipits is their call, a strong buzz! Plumage-wise, tends to have a stronger face pattern than [[Meadow Pipit]], sometimes approaching [[Olive-backed Pipit]]. The median coverts are more obviously dark with pale edges, the breast and throat is a rich buff contrasting with the white belly and undertail. Lastly and most usefully, the thick dark streaks on the flanks become much narrower down by the flanks. | ||
Less hesitant in its movements on the ground and in flight than Meadow Pipit and slightly bulkier with slimmer rear body making tail length more obvious, and slightly longer wings with narrower point. | Less hesitant in its movements on the ground and in flight than Meadow Pipit and slightly bulkier with slimmer rear body making tail length more obvious, and slightly longer wings with narrower point. | ||
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==Distribution== | ==Distribution== | ||
[[Britain]], [[France]] and northern [[Iberia]] east to the [[Urals]]. Occurs over most of [[Scandinavia]] and in [[Russia]] north to the White Sea. In the south found in higher areas of [[Italy]], the [[Balkans]] and northern [[Greece]], the Black Sea coast of [[Turkey]] and the [[Caucasus]]. First breeding for [[Iceland]] took place in 1991. | [[Britain]], [[France]] and northern [[Iberia]] east to the [[Urals]]. Occurs over most of [[Scandinavia]] and in [[Russia]] north to the White Sea. In the south found in higher areas of [[Italy]], the [[Balkans]] and northern [[Greece]], the Black Sea coast of [[Turkey]] and the [[Caucasus]]. First breeding for [[Iceland]] took place in 1991. | ||
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Vagrants recorded on Jan Mayen and [[Iceland]] and [[Madeira]]. Also accidental to [[Alaska]] with 3 records. | Vagrants recorded on Jan Mayen and [[Iceland]] and [[Madeira]]. Also accidental to [[Alaska]] with 3 records. | ||
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==Taxonomy== | ==Taxonomy== | ||
| − | + | ====Subspecies<sup>[[#References|[1]]]</sup>==== | |
| + | *''A. t. trivialis'': | ||
| + | :*[[Europe]] to Lake Baikal and northern [[Iran]]; winters [[Africa]] and [[India]] | ||
| + | *''A. t. schlueteri'': | ||
| + | :*[[Kazakhstan]] to north-western [[China]], [[Afghanistan]]; winters in central [[China]] | ||
| + | *''A. t. haringtoni'': | ||
| + | :*North-western [[Himalayas]] (Kashmir to Garhwal); winters in [[India|Indian]] subcontinent | ||
==Habitat== | ==Habitat== | ||
Requires open ground or grassland for feeding and trees for song-posts. Found on heathland and parkland, very open woodland, edges of forest and large clearings often after recent felling. On passage may occur in more treeless areas. | Requires open ground or grassland for feeding and trees for song-posts. Found on heathland and parkland, very open woodland, edges of forest and large clearings often after recent felling. On passage may occur in more treeless areas. | ||
==Behaviour== | ==Behaviour== | ||
| + | ====Diet==== | ||
The diet small invertebrates, plant matter, especially berries, in autumn. | The diet small invertebrates, plant matter, especially berries, in autumn. | ||
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| − | They nest on the ground | + | They nest on the ground; the clutch consisting of 4-8 eggs. |
===Vocalisation=== | ===Vocalisation=== | ||
<flashmp3>Anthus trivialis (song).mp3</flashmp3><br /> | <flashmp3>Anthus trivialis (song).mp3</flashmp3><br /> | ||
''[[Media:Anthus trivialis (song).mp3|Listen in an external program]]'' | ''[[Media:Anthus trivialis (song).mp3|Listen in an external program]]'' | ||
| + | ==References== | ||
| + | #{{Ref-Clements6thDec09}}#BF Member observations | ||
| + | #Wikipedia | ||
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
{{GSearch|Tree+Pipit}} | {{GSearch|Tree+Pipit}} | ||
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| − | [[Category:Birds]] [[Category:Anthus]] [[Category:Bird Songs]] | + | {{Video|Tree_Pipit}} |
| + | [[Category:Birds]] [[Category:Anthus]] [[Category:Bird Songs]][[Category:Videos]] | ||
Revision as of 20:37, 13 February 2010
- Anthus trivialis
Identification
The best way to identify Tree Pipits is their call, a strong buzz! Plumage-wise, tends to have a stronger face pattern than Meadow Pipit, sometimes approaching Olive-backed Pipit. The median coverts are more obviously dark with pale edges, the breast and throat is a rich buff contrasting with the white belly and undertail. Lastly and most usefully, the thick dark streaks on the flanks become much narrower down by the flanks. Less hesitant in its movements on the ground and in flight than Meadow Pipit and slightly bulkier with slimmer rear body making tail length more obvious, and slightly longer wings with narrower point.
Distribution
Britain, France and northern Iberia east to the Urals. Occurs over most of Scandinavia and in Russia north to the White Sea. In the south found in higher areas of Italy, the Balkans and northern Greece, the Black Sea coast of Turkey and the Caucasus. First breeding for Iceland took place in 1991.
Small numbers winter on Crete and some other Greek islands but most are present in the region from April-May until August-September. Occurs throughout southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East on passage.
Vagrants recorded on Jan Mayen and Iceland and Madeira. Also accidental to Alaska with 3 records.
Taxonomy
Subspecies[1]
- A. t. trivialis:
- A. t. schlueteri:
- Kazakhstan to north-western China, Afghanistan; winters in central China
- A. t. haringtoni:
Habitat
Requires open ground or grassland for feeding and trees for song-posts. Found on heathland and parkland, very open woodland, edges of forest and large clearings often after recent felling. On passage may occur in more treeless areas.
Behaviour
Diet
The diet small invertebrates, plant matter, especially berries, in autumn.
Breeding
They nest on the ground; the clutch consisting of 4-8 eggs.
Vocalisation
<flashmp3>Anthus trivialis (song).mp3</flashmp3>
Listen in an external program
References
- Clements, JF. 2009. The Clements Checklist of Birds of the World. 6th ed., with updates to December 2009. Ithaca: Cornell Univ. Press. ISBN 978-0801445019.
- BF Member observations
- Wikipedia
Recommended Citation
- BirdForum Opus contributors. (2024) Tree Pipit. In: BirdForum, the forum for wild birds and birding. Retrieved 18 May 2024 from https://www.birdforum.net/opus/Tree_Pipit
External Links
