- Anthus cinnamomeus
Description
This is the most common Pipit in eastern and southern Africa, found in open habitats at altitudes of up to over 3000 m. It has an undulating flight and can often be seen perching on posts and bushes. On the ground it walks with a strutting gait and often holds itself very erect.
Taxonomy
There is much controversy about the taxonomic classification of this particular bird. Some authorities classify it with Anthus richardi (Richard's Pipit) and Anthus novaeseelandiae (Australasian Pipit).
