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Cape Wagtail

Motacilla capensis

Least Concern

About

The Cape Wagtail (Motacilla capensis) is a species in the genus Motacilla. It is currently classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Motacilla capensis (Cape Wagtail)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese サメハクセキレイ

Chinese 南非鶺鴒

Spanish Lavandera de El Cabo

French Bergeronnette du Cap

German Kapstelze

Portuguese alvéola-do-cabo

Russian Капская трясогузка

Similar Species in Motacilla

Eastern Yellow Wagtail

Motacilla tschutschensis

Motacilla flaviventris

Western Yellow Wagtail

Motacilla flava

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cape Wagtail?

The scientific name of Cape Wagtail is Motacilla capensis. It belongs to the genus Motacilla.

What is the conservation status of Cape Wagtail?

Cape Wagtail (Motacilla capensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cape Wagtail live?

Cape Wagtail is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Cape Wagtail belong to?

Cape Wagtail (Motacilla capensis) belongs to the genus Motacilla, which is part of the taxonomic family Motacillidae.

Is Cape Wagtail endangered?

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

What kingdom does Cape Wagtail belong to?

Cape Wagtail (Motacilla capensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Cape Wagtail?

The closest relatives of Cape Wagtail in the genus Motacilla include Citrine Wagtail, Eastern Yellow Wagtail, Gray Wagtail, Japanese Wagtail, Madagascar Wagtail.