Note: Bird migrations and movements can have exceptions due to specific reasons and may change from day to day. Here, I will provide general or generic information on the topic. This information is intended to educate bird enthusiasts by providing fundamental knowledge about Indian birds.
Information of Tree Pipit
IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature):
Least Concern
Approximate size(adult):
A small to medium-sized pipit measuring about 15–16 cm in length. It has brown streaked upperparts, a pale buff breast with dark streaks, and a slender pointed bill. It resembles the Meadow Pipit but has heavier streaking and a stronger face pattern.
Resident/ Migrate from:
A long-distance migratory species that breeds in Europe and temperate Asia, including parts of the Himalayas.
Migrate to:
Migrates to tropical Africa and South Asia (including peninsular India and Sri Lanka) during the non-breeding winter months.
Breeding season:
The breeding season extends from May to August in the northern parts of its range. Nests are built on the ground, concealed by grass or low vegetation.
Breed in:
Prefers open woodland, forest edges, and clearings, often near trees or shrubs that provide singing perches.
Habitat:
Found in grasslands, open forests, scrublands, and cultivated areas, often seen perched on small trees or wires during migration and winter.
Diet:
Feeds mainly on insects and other small invertebrates, especially beetles, caterpillars, and spiders; occasionally eats seeds during winter.
