Correndera pipit facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Correndera pipit |
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| Nominate at Cabo Polonio, Rocha, Uruguay | |
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Anthus
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correndera
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The correndera pipit (Anthus correndera) is a small bird that belongs to the Motacillidae family. This family includes wagtails and longclaws. Correndera pipits are known for living in open grassy areas. You can find them in many countries in South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, southern Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay. They also live on the Falkland Islands.
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About the Correndera Pipit
Correndera pipits are a type of pipit, which are small birds often found on the ground. They are usually brownish, helping them blend in with their grassy homes. This makes it easier for them to hide from predators. They were first described in 1818 by a French naturalist named Louis Jean Pierre Vieillot.
Where Correndera Pipits Live
These birds prefer open spaces with lots of grass. Their natural habitats include temperate grassland, which are areas with mild climates and tall grasses. They also live in subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland, which are grassy areas found in warmer regions high up in the mountains. You can also spot them in pastureland, which are fields where animals like cows or sheep graze.
What They Eat
Correndera pipits mainly eat insects and small invertebrates they find on the ground. They walk along the grass, looking for tiny creatures to snack on. This helps control insect populations in their habitats.
Conservation Status
The correndera pipit is currently listed as a species of "Least Concern" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This means that their population is stable and they are not considered to be in danger of extinction right now. However, it's always important to protect their grassy habitats to ensure they continue to thrive.
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