About the Japanese Wagtail
The Japanese wagtail is a species of bird in the pipit and wagtail family Motacillidae. It is native to Japan and Korea.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Motacilla grandis |
| Species Codes | japwag1, JAWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Japanese Wagtail belong to?
The Japanese Wagtail (Motacilla grandis) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Japanese Wagtail?
The Japanese wagtail is a species of bird in the pipit and wagtail family Motacillidae. It is native to Japan and Korea....
Where can I report a Japanese Wagtail sighting?
You can log sightings of Japanese Wagtail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code japwag1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
70
Species in Family
5,404
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