The dark plain-backed pipit is a small bird that is found across Asia. It is also known as the Indian pipit or the forest pipit. In addition to these common names, the dark plain-backed pipit is also known by a number of synonyms. Some of these include the anthus hodgsoni, the pipit d'Hodgson, and the plain-backed pipit. Other synonyms for this bird include the anthus hodgsonii, the anthus richardi, and the anthus sordidus. Whatever name you use to refer to this bird, it is known for its dark plumage and distinctive call, which makes it a popular sighting for birdwatchers.