Bushveld Pipit
Anthus caffer
The Bushveld Pipit (Anthus caffer) is a rare wagtails and pipit found in 10 countries, weighing about 17 g. The bushveld pipit, also known as bush pipit or little pipit, is a species of bird in the pipit and wagtail family Motacillidae.
About the Bushveld Pipit
The bushveld pipit, also known as bush pipit or little pipit, is a species of bird in the pipit and wagtail family Motacillidae. It is found in Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and dry savanna.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Malawi.
When to see it
The Bushveld Pipit can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Bushveld Pipit look like?
- The bushveld pipit, also known as bush pipit or little pipit, is a species of bird in the pipit and wagtail family Motacillidae.
- How big is a Bushveld Pipit?
- The Bushveld Pipit is a small sized bird weighing about 17 g.
- Where can you see a Bushveld Pipit?
- The Bushveld Pipit occurs in 10 countries, including South Africa, Eswatini, Kenya, Tanzania and Mozambique.
- What birds look similar to a Bushveld Pipit?
- The Bushveld Pipit is most easily confused with the Peruvian Pipit, the Pechora Pipit and the African Rock Pipit.
- Is the Bushveld Pipit endangered?
- The Bushveld Pipit is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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