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Siberian Pipit
Anthus japonicus
Siberian Pipit (Anthus japonicus) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Europe & Northern Asia.
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The Siberian Pipit (Anthus japonicus) is a member of the Motacillidae family found in Europe & Northern Asia.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Motacillidae Wagtails, Pipits
- Genus Anthus
- Species japonicus
Where it lives
North-central, south-central through eastern Siberia, probably to Chukotskiy Pen., Kamchatka, Sakhalin and Kuril Is.
Quick facts
- Family
- Motacillidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Siberian Pipit (Anthus japonicus) is a species of bird in the Motacillidae family, part of the order Passeriformes. It is found across Europe & Northern Asia. Its distribution covers PAL nc, sc through e Siberia, probably to Chukotskiy Pen., Kamchatka, Sakhalin and Kuril Is.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Siberian Pipit live?
The Siberian Pipit is found across Europe & Northern Asia with a range covering PAL nc, sc through e Siberia, probably to Chukotskiy Pen., Kamchatka, Sakhalin and Kuril Is.
What family does the Siberian Pipit belong to?
The Siberian Pipit (Anthus japonicus) belongs to the Motacillidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Conservation
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