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Pied Wagtail

Motacilla alba

Photo by Micolo
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Larger than a Sparrow@18cm
Known for its comical jerky walk.There are between 300k and 350k breeding pairs in the Uk.
Breeds in open country such as moorland edge and farmland often near water.
Feeds on midges, flies insects and caterpillars.
Stable population in Uk

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Comments (6)
Micolo
Thank you Outsidegirl Glad you like the cheeky chap
Micolo
Thank-you Mark, I thought B/W seemed more appropriate for this picture
Mark Ridgway
Perky looking little guy. Seems to have something to say as well. Good shot.

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Birds of Britain
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PublishedMay 23, 2013

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