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Western Yellow Wagtail

Motacilla flava

Least Concern

About

Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (6 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (burung pengicau)

Species

Motacilla flava (Western Yellow Wagtail)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 西方黃鶺鴒

Spanish Lavandera Boyera

French bergeronnette printanière

German Schafstelze

Portuguese Alvéola-amarela

Russian Жёлтая трясогузка

Similar Species in Motacilla

Motacilla flaviventris

Motacilla maderaspatensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Yellow Wagtail?

The scientific name of Western Yellow Wagtail is Motacilla flava. It belongs to the genus Motacilla.

What is the conservation status of Western Yellow Wagtail?

Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Western Yellow Wagtail live?

Western Yellow Wagtail is found in Found across Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Western Yellow Wagtail belong to?

Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) belongs to the genus Motacilla, which is part of the taxonomic family Motacillidae.

Is Western Yellow Wagtail endangered?

No, Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Western Yellow Wagtail belong to?

Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Western Yellow Wagtail?

The closest relatives of Western Yellow Wagtail in the genus Motacilla include Gray Wagtail, White Wagtail, Japanese Wagtail, Madagascar Wagtail, Mekong Wagtail.