White-browed Wagtail
NameWhite-browed Wagtail
Common NameWhite-browed Wagtail
Scientific NameMotacilla maderaspatensis
FamilyMotacillidae
Wingspan (cm)29.5
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsAdults have a glossy black head, back, and breast band, contrasting with bright white underparts. A prominent white supercilium (eyebrow) extends above the eye, and there's a white patch below the eye. The wings are black with white wing bars and edges, and the long black tail has white outer tail feathers.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a loud, clear, and often repeated 'chiz-zit' or 'chwee-chwee'. The song is a varied and musical series of notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the Indian subcontinent, found across India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and parts of Nepal and Bhutan.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size for a wagtail, Striking black and white plumage, Prominent white supercilium, Long tail constantly wagged
Description
The White-browed Wagtail is a striking black and white bird known for its distinctive long tail, which it constantly wags up and down. It is typically found near water bodies, foraging for insects on the ground or in shallow water.
