Yellow-breasted Pipit
NameYellow-breasted Pipit
Common NameYellow-breasted Pipit
Scientific NameAnthus chloris
FamilyMotacillidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)22
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-brown with heavy dark streaking, extending to the crown and nape. The throat and breast are a vibrant yellow, contrasting with a whitish belly and flanks that may have some fine streaking. Wings and tail are dark brown with pale edgings.
Vocalization / CallIts call is typically a high-pitched 'tsip' or 'tseep', often given in flight. The song is a series of chirping and trilling notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Drakensberg Mountains of southern Africa, found in Lesotho, South Africa, and Eswatini.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow throat and breast, Heavily streaked olive-brown back, Pale supercilium, Ground-dwelling behavior in montane grasslands
Description
The Yellow-breasted Pipit is a medium-sized, ground-dwelling passerine known for its striking bright yellow breast. It forages primarily for insects in montane grasslands, often perching on rocks or tussocks.
