About the White-browed Wagtail
The white-browed wagtail or large pied wagtail is a medium-sized bird and is the largest member of the wagtail family. They are conspicuously patterned with black above and white below, a prominent white brow, shoulder stripe and outer tail feathers. White-browed wagtails are native to the Indian subcontinent, common near small water bodies and have adapted to urban environments where they often nest on roof tops. The specific name is derived from the Indian city of Madras.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Motacilla maderaspatensis |
| Species Codes | whbwag1, WBWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-browed Wagtail belong to?
The White-browed Wagtail (Motacilla maderaspatensis) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-browed Wagtail?
The white-browed wagtail or large pied wagtail is a medium-sized bird and is the largest member of the wagtail family. They are conspicuously patterned with black above and white below, a prominent white brow, shoulder stripe and outer tail feathers. White-browed wagtails are native to the Indian su...
Where can I report a White-browed Wagtail sighting?
You can log sightings of White-browed Wagtail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbwag1, or on iNaturalist.
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