Paddyfield Pipit

Scientific Name: Anthus rufulus
Malay Name: Apit-apit Biasa
Chinese Name: 田鹨

Range:
Found from Indian subcontinent, southwest China to southeast Asia

Taxonomy:
Polytypic. Subspecies are: rufulus, malayensis, lugubris, albidus, medius.

Local Subspecies: malayensis

Size: 15-16 cm

Identification:
Adult has mainly greyish-brown streaked upperparts, pale buff underparts with streaks around upper-breast and long bill/tail/legs.

Habitat: Grassland and other open habitats.

Behaviour/Ecology: Typically has weaker, more fluttering flight pattern than Richard's and rarely hovers before landing.

Local Status: Common resident

Conservation Status: Least Concern (BirdLife International 2016)

Location: Lorong Halus, Tuas, Changi, Marina East Drive, Punggol Barat and other suitable habitats.

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Paddyfield Pipit at NSRCC. Photo Credit: Francis Yap

Paddyfield Pipit at Gardens by the Bay East. Photo Credit: Francis Yap

Paddyfield Pipit at Punggol Barat. Photo Credit: Francis Yap