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Where to observe and photograph the meadow pipit in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the meadow pipit in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the meadow pipit’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Meadow pipit
Scientific name: Anthus pratensis
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: ALAUDIDAE
Group: Birds
Sensitivity to human approach: Suspicious
Minimum approach distance: 20 m
Courtship display: April to May
Incubation: 11–14 jours
Hatchings: April to May
Habitat:
Meadows, cultivated fields, farmland
Activity period :
Primarily active during the day, with peak activity in the morning and late afternoon.
Identification and description:
The meadow pipit is a small passerine bird found primarily in meadows, cultivated fields, and farmland across Europe and Asia. It is distinguished by its brown streaked plumage on its back and belly, as well as its furtive movement and melodious song. This bird primarily feeds on insects and seeds, which it searches for in tall grasses. During the breeding season, it performs song flights, a characteristic that makes it easy to spot in its habitat.
Recommended lens:
600 mm – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Photograph the meadow pipit using a telephoto lens to capture its furtive movements and foraging behavior in the grasses. It is best to photograph early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is soft and the bird is more active. Be ready to capture a moment when the bird sings in flight or perches to forage.
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