About the Short-billed Pipit
The Short-billed Pipit (Anthus furcatus) 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 shbpip1 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 furcatus |
| Species Codes | shbpip1, SBPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-billed Pipit belong to?
The Short-billed Pipit (Anthus furcatus) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Short-billed Pipit?
The Short-billed 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 Short-billed Pipit sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-billed Pipit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shbpip1, or on iNaturalist.