Birds | Motacillidae
Motacilla alba

Characteristics

The white wagtail is slender, and its body is generally composed of three colors: black, white, and gray.
Habits: The white wagtail runs fast and pecks at insects on the ground. When it slows down and stands still, it wiggles its tail up and down. The bird displays undulating flight patterns and makes “chi-chi-chi” calls. Its diet is mostly composed of insects.
Winter/Common, Resident/Common; Body length: 19 cm
Birdwatching period: year round

Source(s):

• (圖書) 吳自強、黃淑華、羅美玉，高美濕地飛羽，台中，2014。