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White Wagtail
Motacilla alba
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Least Concern
Envergure
17,4 cm
Poids
25,616666666666664 g
Famille
Motacillidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The White Wagtail (Motacilla alba) is a bird species in the family Motacillidae (wagtails & pipits), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.4 cm and a weight of 25.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 17,4 cm | 6.9 in |
| Poids | 25,616666666666664 g | 0.90 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP,CR,BU. Incubation: 11-16 days. Fledging: 11-16 days.
Taille de la couvée
3-8
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Motacillidae (Wagtails & Pipits) |
| Genus | Motacilla |
| Espèces | Motacilla alba |
Distribution
White Wagtail has been recorded in 5 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the White Wagtail endangered?
The White Wagtail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White Wagtail nest?
Nest type: CP,CR,BU. Incubation: 11-16 days. Fledging: 11-16 days.
How big is the White Wagtail?
The White Wagtail has a wingspan of 17.4 cm, weight of 25.616666666666664 g.
What order and family does the White Wagtail belong to?
The White Wagtail (Motacilla alba) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Motacillidae.
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