Identifying Meadow Pipit, Tree Pipit and Skylark

A small brown streaky bird launches into the air in front of you, singing its heart out, but is it a Meadow Pipit, Tree Pipit or even a Skylark? Let us help you tell these beautiful songsters apart.

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Identifying Meadow Pipit, Tree Pipit and Skylark

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