Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

The Louisiana Waterthrush is a small, migratory songbird that belongs to the warbler family. It is known for its distinctive habit of bobbing its tail as it forages along the edges of streams and rivers. This bird is characterized by its brownish-olive upperparts, white underparts with heavy streaking, and a white eyebrow stripe. It breeds in wooded, often swampy, areas near water, and constructs its cup-shaped nest on the ground. During migration, it can be found in a variety of forested habitats. The Louisiana Waterthrush primarily feeds on insects and other small invertebrates. It is known for its clear, ringing song that is often heard near its preferred water habitats.

Habitat: Wooded areas near water