Western Yellow Wagtail

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Western Yellow Wagtail (<em>Motacilla flava</em>) is a species of Wagtails, Pipits (<em>Motacillidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) is a species of Wagtails, Pipits (Motacillidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Motacilla; binomial: Motacilla flava; authority: Linnaeus, 1758.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: OR, AF.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Subspecies follow Alström & Mild (2003).

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