2,039 observationsLeast Concern
Brown Dipper
Cinclus pallasii
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Cinclidae ›Genus: Cinclus
About
The brown dipper (Cinclus pallasii), alternatively known by the common names Pallas's dipper, Asian dipper or the Asiatic dipper, is an aquatic songbird found in the mountains of southern and central Asia. At 22 cm (8.7 in) and 87 grams (3.1 oz), it is the largest of the dippers. This species, which is not often seen, is found at medium to low elevations where mountain streams flow.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Brown Dipper is Cinclus pallasii.
- Brown Dipper belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Brown Dipper belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Brown Dipper belongs to the class Aves.
- Brown Dipper belongs to the order Passeriformes.
- Brown Dipper belongs to the family Cinclidae.
- Brown Dipper belongs to the genus Cinclus.