About the Buffy Pipit
The Buffy Pipit (Anthus vaalensis) is a species of bird in the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 70 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bufpip1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Anthus vaalensis |
| Species Codes | bufpip1, BUPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buffy Pipit belong to?
The Buffy Pipit (Anthus vaalensis) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Buffy Pipit?
The Buffy Pipit is a member of the Wagtails and Pipits family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Buffy Pipit sighting?
You can log sightings of Buffy Pipit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bufpip1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Wagtails and Pipits 70 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
70
Species in Family
234
iNat Observations
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