Willie Wagtail

Rhipidura leucophrys

The Willie Wagtail (Rhipidura leucophrys) is a small passerine bird native to Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. It is known for its distinctive black and white plumage, long tail, and characteristic wagging behavior. This agile and vocal bird is often found in a variety of open habitats including urban areas, parks, gardens, and woodlands. It is an insectivorous species, feeding on a wide range of insects caught in mid-air or gleaned from the ground. The Willie Wagtail is known for its bold and fearless nature, often approaching humans and other animals in its territory. Despite its widespread distribution, the species faces threats from habitat loss and predation by introduced species.

Habitat: Open habitats including urban areas, parks, gardens, and woodlands