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Western Yellow Wagtail
Motacilla flava
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.9 cm
Weight
17.85 g
Family
Motacillidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) is a bird species in the family Motacillidae (wagtails & pipits), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.9 cm and a weight of 17.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.9 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 17.85 g | 0.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 10-14 days.
Clutch Size
4-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Motacillidae (Wagtails & Pipits) |
| Genus | Motacilla |
| Species | Motacilla flava |
Distribution
Western Yellow Wagtail has been recorded in 6 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Western Yellow Wagtail endangered?
The Western Yellow Wagtail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Western Yellow Wagtail nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 10-14 days.
How big is the Western Yellow Wagtail?
The Western Yellow Wagtail has a wingspan of 15.9 cm, weight of 17.85 g.
What order and family does the Western Yellow Wagtail belong to?
The Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Motacillidae.
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