Least Concern

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.

A long-distance migratory species that breeds in Europe and temperate Asia, including parts of the Himalayas.

Migrates to tropical Africa and South Asia (including peninsular India and Sri Lanka) during the non-breeding winter months.

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.

Prefers open woodland, forest edges, and clearings, often near trees or shrubs that provide singing perches.

Found in grasslands, open forests, scrublands, and cultivated areas, often seen perched on small trees or wires during migration and winter.

Feeds mainly on insects and other small invertebrates, especially beetles, caterpillars, and spiders; occasionally eats seeds during winter.