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Western Yellow Wagtail
Motacilla flava
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Least Concern
Envergure
15,9 cm
Poids
17,85 g
Famille
Motacillidae
Ordre
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 15,9 cm | 6.3 in |
| Poids | 17,85 g | 0.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 10-14 days.
Taille de la couvée
4-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Motacillidae (Wagtails & Pipits) |
| Genus | Motacilla |
| Espèces | Motacilla flava |
Distribution
Western Yellow Wagtail has been recorded in 6 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux 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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