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Gray wagtail

The gray wagtail, scientifically named Motacilla alba, is a passerine bird living all over the world with the exception of South Africa, Madagascar, New Zealand, and South America.

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It is part of the Motacillidae family, and of the Passeriformes order.

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She is recognizable by her black and white head, gray wings, and white belly. Its beak is black and its legs are gray.

In the gray wagtail, it is possible to recognize the male from the female. Indeed, the male has a much darker head than that of the female.

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It feeds mainly on insects.

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The gray wagtail lives in fields and other environments close to water.

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She nests in pairs in all walks of life. She lays about 5 to 6 eggs . In the year, there are about two broods.

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It is a rather talkative species.

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On the conservation status of IUCN, it is: LC Least concern.

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Gray Wagtail adult male breeding plumage

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