Berthelot's pipit facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Berthelot's pipit |
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The Berthelot's pipit (Anthus berthelotii) is a small bird that lives in Madeira and the Canary Islands. These islands are located in the Atlantic Ocean. This bird is a common resident in both island groups. It is a type of passerine bird, which means it belongs to a large group of perching birds.
About Berthelot's Pipit
Berthelot's pipit likes to live in open areas. You can often find it in fields or rocky places. It builds its nest on the ground. Female pipits usually lay between 3 and 5 eggs.
What It Looks Like
This pipit is a small bird, about 13 to 14 centimeters long. That's roughly the length of a small pencil. It doesn't have very bright colors. Its back is mostly grey, and its belly is whitish. It also has some streaks on its chest.
You might notice a whitish stripe above its eye. This is called a supercilium. It also has a light ring around its eye. Dark stripes run from its eye towards its beak. Male and female pipits look very similar. Young pipits, called juveniles, are a bit browner than the adults.
Its Sounds
The Berthelot's pipit has a distinct call. It sounds like a "schrip." This call is similar to the sound made by a yellow wagtail. When it flies, it sings a chattery song. This song sounds like "tsivrr tsivrr tsivrr tsivrr."
Who It's Named After
This bird was named after a French naturalist. His name was Sabin Berthelot. He lived in the Canary Islands for some time. The bird was officially named by Carl Bolle in 1862.
