African Pied Wagtail
Motacilla aguimp
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<birdfyi-bird slug="motacilla-aguimp"></birdfyi-bird>The African Pied Wagtail (Motacilla aguimp) is a bird species in the family Motacillidae (wagtails & pipits), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.3 cm and a weight of 26.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The African Pied Wagtail is a slender, black-and-white passerine with a wingspan of about 18 cm, commonly found near water bodies and human settlements across Africa. It characteristically bobs its long tail up and down as it walks along riverbanks and roadsides.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.3 cm | 7.2 in |
| Weight | 26.916666666666668 g | 0.95 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,CR. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15-16 days.
Clutch Size
2-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Motacillidae (Wagtails & Pipits) |
| Genus | Motacilla |
| Species | Motacilla aguimp |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Motacillidae family