About the Orange-throated Longclaw
The Cape longclaw or orange-throated longclaw is a passerine bird in the family Motacillidae, which comprises the longclaws, pipits and wagtails. It occurs in Southern Africa in Zimbabwe and southern and eastern South Africa. This species is found in coastal and mountain grassland, often near water.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Macronyx capensis |
| Species Codes | ortlon1, OTLO, CALO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orange-throated Longclaw belong to?
The Orange-throated Longclaw (Macronyx capensis) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Orange-throated Longclaw?
The Cape longclaw or orange-throated longclaw is a passerine bird in the family Motacillidae, which comprises the longclaws, pipits and wagtails. It occurs in Southern Africa in Zimbabwe and southern and eastern South Africa. This species is found in coastal and mountain grassland, often near water....
Where can I report a Orange-throated Longclaw sighting?
You can log sightings of Orange-throated Longclaw on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ortlon1, or on iNaturalist.
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