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Blyth's Pipit

Blyth's Pipit

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The Godlewski's Pipit, Anthus godlewskii, is a medium-sized passerine bird belonging to the Motacillidae family, which includes wagtails and pipits. This species is known for its streaked brown plumage, providing excellent camouflage in its preferred open habitats. It is a migratory bird, undertaking long journeys between its breeding grounds in Central Asia and its wintering areas further south, making it an intriguing subject for international birdwatchers.
Where to spot
Godlewski's Pipit breeds in dry, open habitats such as steppes, semi-deserts, stony slopes, and sparse grasslands, often at higher altitudes. During migration and in winter, it can be found in a wider range of open, dry areas including cultivated fields, fallow land, short grasslands, and sparsely vegetated plains. Look for it in countries like Mongolia, Russia, and China during breeding, and in India, parts of Southeast Asia, and occasionally the Middle East during winter.
How to spot
This pipit is primarily ground-dwelling, often walking or running quickly between patches of cover. Its streaked brown and buff plumage makes it difficult to spot against the dry vegetation. Listen for its call, a sharp 'tchip' or 'tchep'. During the breeding season, males perform a distinctive song flight, ascending high into the air with a series of chirping notes before descending. When flushed, it usually flies a short distance before dropping back into cover.
When to spot
Godlewski's Pipit is most active during daylight hours, foraging for food on the ground. The breeding season typically runs from late spring through summer (May to July). Migration occurs in autumn (September-October) and spring (March-April), when individuals can be observed in various stopover sites. In wintering grounds, they are present from October to March, often singly or in loose groups.
mongoolse pieper op een grindhoop
mongoolse pieper op een grindhoop
Credits: By Tisha Mukherjee - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=158268953
Despite its somewhat plain appearance, the Godlewski's Pipit is considered one of the more elusive pipit species, particularly on its wintering grounds, making a sighting a significant achievement for birdwatchers.
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