About the Water Pipit
The Water Pipit (Anthus spinoletta) 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 watpip1 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 spinoletta |
| Species Codes | watpip1, WAPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Water Pipit belong to?
The Water Pipit (Anthus spinoletta) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Water Pipit?
The Water 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 Water Pipit sighting?
You can log sightings of Water Pipit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code watpip1, or on iNaturalist.