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Nicholson's Pipit

Nicholson's Pipit

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Nicholson's Pipit is a recently recognized pipit species found in parts of Southern Africa, often considered a subspecies of the Long-billed Pipit. It inhabits dry, rocky grasslands.
Where to spot
Southern Africa, particularly parts of South Africa and Zimbabwe. Found in dry, stony grasslands and rocky slopes.
How to spot
Requires very careful observation to distinguish from similar Long-billed Pipit populations, focusing on subtle plumage differences and vocalizations. Often found foraging on the ground in sparse, rocky vegetation.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active during the day.
Its status as a distinct species highlights the ongoing complexities and discoveries in avian taxonomy, particularly within challenging groups like pipits.
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