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White wagtail

Motacilla alba

Description:

The White Wagtail (Motacilla alba) is a small passerine bird in the wagtail family Motacillidae, which also includes the pipits and longclaws. This species breeds in much of Europe and Asia and parts of north Africa. It is resident in the mildest parts of its range, but otherwise migrates to Africa. It has a toehold in Alaska as a scarce breeder. In some areas, notably Britain and Ireland, the sub-species Pied Wagtail predominates. This is an insectivorous bird of open country, often near habitation and water. It prefers bare areas for feeding, where it can see and pursue its prey. In urban areas it has adapted to foraging on paved areas such as car parks. It nests in crevices in stone walls and similar natural and man-made structures.

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4 Comments

sttweets
sttweets 12 years ago

Thanks! @Sachin

Sachin Zaveri
Sachin Zaveri 12 years ago

Very attractive snap,,

sttweets
sttweets 12 years ago

@Nopayahnah Dank! Ik vind het niet erg om Engels te schrijven hoor :-)

Maria dB
Maria dB 12 years ago

Love that first photo! Gefeliciteerd!

sttweets
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Gelderland, Netherlands

Spotted on Apr 15, 2012
Submitted on Apr 22, 2012

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