Louisiana Waterthrush
Parkesia motacilla
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<birdfyi-bird slug="parkesia-motacilla"></birdfyi-bird>The Louisiana Waterthrush (Parkesia motacilla) is a bird species in the family Parulidae (new world warblers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 16 cm and a weight of 20.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 20.23333333333333 g | 0.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR,CV. Incubation: 10-14 days. Fledging: 9-11 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Parulidae (New World Warblers) |
| Genus | Parkesia |
| Species | Parkesia motacilla |
Distribution
Louisiana Waterthrush has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Parulidae family