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Anthus rufulus
The Paddyfield Pipit, or Oriental Pipit, is a small passerine bird in the pipits and wagtail family. This is a large pipit at 15 cm, mainly streaked grey-brown above and pale below with breast streaking. It is long legged with a long tail and a long dark bill. Sexes are similar. It runs rapidly on the ground, and when flushed, does not fly far.
A wide spread species found in open habitats, especially short grassland and cultivation with open bare ground.
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