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In breeding plumage, this bird has a pink head. In winter, it may look similar to the Olive-backed pipit but has heavy streaking on both under and uppersides. In non breeding plumage, it is unique among local pipits in having a heavily streaked rump.

Abundance
Uncommon

Chinese Name
红喉鹨

Habitat
Grassland

Malay Name
Burung Ciak Leher Merah

Tamil name
சிவப்புத்தொண்டை நெட்டைக்காலி