EndangeredLegendaryInvertebratesForestCup nestSmall · 15 g
About the Sokoke Pipit
The Sokoke pipit is a species of bird in the family Motacillidae. It is found in Kenya and Tanzania. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. It has richly coloured upperparts, prominent pale wingbars, and a heavily streaked breast.
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Where it lives
Regular rangeRare visitor
Recorded as a rare visitor in Tanzania.
When to see it
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Peak activity in November · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Malindi PipitAnthus melindaeThe Malindi pipit is a species of bird in the family Motacillidae.
Short-tailed PipitAnthus brachyurusThe short-tailed pipit is a species of bird in the family Motacillidae.
Pampas PipitAnthus chacoensisThe Pampas pipit is a very small member of its genus; it is about 14 cm (5.5 in) long.
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