About the Louisiana Waterthrush
The Louisiana Waterthrush (Parkesia motacilla) is a species of bird in the New World Warblers family (Parulidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 116 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code louwat when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Warblers (Parulidae) |
| Species | Parkesia motacilla |
| Species Codes | louwat, LOWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Louisiana Waterthrush belong to?
The Louisiana Waterthrush (Parkesia motacilla) belongs to the New World Warblers family (Parulidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Louisiana Waterthrush?
The Louisiana Waterthrush is a member of the New World Warblers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Louisiana Waterthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Louisiana Waterthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code louwat, or on iNaturalist.