Pipits and Wagtails in Taiwan

Learn about 3 birds from the Pipits and Wagtails family (Motacillidae) found in Taiwan. Includes 2 regular species and 1 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Grey Wagtail

Grey Wagtail

Motacilla cinerea

Least Concern
Water Pipit

Water Pipit

Anthus spinoletta

Least Concern

Vagrant Motacillidae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Japanese Wagtail

Japanese Wagtail

Motacilla grandis

Least Concern

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