American Pipit (Anthus rubescens)
The Buff-bellied Pipit, also known as the American Pipit, is a small, migratory bird that thrives in the tundra during the summer months. Known for its ground-dwelling habits, this species primarily feeds on insects and is often observed walking rather than flying.
๐ซ๐ท | Pipit d'Amรฉrique |
๐ฉ๐ช | Pazifischer Wasserpieper |
๐ฒ๐ฝ | Bisbita norteamericano |
Taxonomy | |
Order | Passeriformes |
Family | Motacillidae |
How to Identify
The American Pipit is a subtly marked bird, characterized by its whitish belly and breast adorned with dark spots. It has a brown back, along with a dark beak and legs. Identifying this species requires careful observation, as it is often seen running on the ground, which is a notable behavioral trait.
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Characteristics
Length | 16cm |
Weight | 22g |
Wingspan | 24cm |
Clutch Size | 3-7 eggs |
Incubation | 14 days |
Fledging | 14 days |
Sexual Maturity | 1 year |
Source | Wikipedia |
Where and When to Spot
The American Pipit is infrequently observed in Southern Quebec, typically only during its migratory stopovers in the spring. The sole recorded sighting in this region occurred during migration on the beach at Tadoussac.