About the Sharpe's Longclaw
Sharpe's longclaw is a passerine bird in the longclaw family Motacillidae, which also includes the pipits and wagtails. It is endemic to Kenya.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Macronyx sharpei |
| Species Codes | shalon1, SHLO |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sharpe's Longclaw belong to?
The Sharpe's Longclaw (Macronyx sharpei) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sharpe's Longclaw?
The Sharpe's Longclaw is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sharpe's Longclaw?
Sharpe's longclaw is a passerine bird in the longclaw family Motacillidae, which also includes the pipits and wagtails. It is endemic to Kenya....
Where can I report a Sharpe's Longclaw sighting?
You can log sightings of Sharpe's Longclaw on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shalon1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
70
Species in Family
27
iNat Observations
EN
IUCN Status
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