Japanese Wagtail
Japanese Wagtail
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2 weeks ago
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Francesco Grassotti
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The Japanese Wagtail is a large, black and white wagtail species endemic to Japan and parts of Korea. It is typically found along rivers and coastlines.
Where to spot
Endemic to Japan and parts of the Korean Peninsula. Found along rivers, streams, and coastal areas, including rocky shores and sandy beaches.
How to spot
Look for its entirely black upperparts and white underparts, with a white supercilium. It has the characteristic wagtail tail-bobbing behavior. Its calls are distinctive.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, foraging along waterways.
Where to spot
Endemic to Japan and parts of the Korean Peninsula. Found along rivers, streams, and coastal areas, including rocky shores and sandy beaches.
How to spot
Look for its entirely black upperparts and white underparts, with a white supercilium. It has the characteristic wagtail tail-bobbing behavior. Its calls are distinctive.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, foraging along waterways.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is a familiar sight along rivers in Japan, often seen foraging on rocks and riverbanks, even in urban settings.
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- 2 weeks ago door Francesco Grassotti
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