White Wagtail

Motacilla alba

Least Concern

The White Wagtail is a slim black, white, and gray bird with a long, constantly wagging tail. It is often seen running along roofs, car parks, and watersides after insects.

Males and females of this species look different. The card art shows the male.

White Wagtail trading card from Birdey

Quick facts

Conservation status
Least Concern
Habitat
Urban
Region
Europe
Scientific name
Motacilla alba

Real rarity, real conservation

This species is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Its population is widespread and currently not considered threatened.

Rarity in Birdey follows the IUCN Red List, the real-world conservation status of each species. The more threatened a bird is in the wild, the rarer its card is in the game.

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