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Swarovski 80HD Nikon CP995
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Meadow PipitAnthus pratensis 14.5cm Meadow Pipits are relatively common inhabitants of the heather moorland on Cannock Chase. Similar in appearance to Tree Pipits, the two birds can be distinguished by behaviour and habitat. Both birds take off on short song flights, but Tree pipits will usually launch from a favoured treetop perch which they will generally return to, whereas the Meadow Pipit will usually launch from nearer the ground and will not generally return to a specific point. Meadow Pipits are largely insectiverous, so the summer months (when insect life is at its peak on the chase) are a time of plenty, for us humans, the insect population can be a bit overwhelming as we wander along with clouds of flies in attendance! |
