Anthus rubescens ORDER: PASSERIFORMES FAMILY: MOTACILLIDAE
IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern
© Christopher L. Wood
The American Pipit is a small, slender, drab bird of open country. Although it appears similar to sparrows, it can be distinguished by its thin bill and its habit of bobbing its tail.
Song a series of high, jangling notes. Call a quick, dry "pip-it."