Mekong Wagtail
- Scientific name
- Motacilla samveasnae
- Family
- Motacillidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Riparian
- Wing shape
- Pointed
- Tail shape
- Forked
Why it matters
The Mekong wagtail is a relatively recent addition to the ornithological record, only formally described in 2001 after being identified along the Mekong River in Cambodia and Laos. Its distinct appearance, characterized by a unique forked tail and pointed wings, makes it a significant find for researchers and birdwatchers interested in the biodiversity of Southeast Asia’s riverine habitats.
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