1w male of ssp. tschutschensis. Taken nr Sedgeford, Norfolk, on February 3rd 2020.
(1/250th sec at f11. © David Hastings)

Description

L: 15 - 16 cm

This species is the eastern equivalent of M. flava. It is now regarded as a species in its own right. There are many recognised subspecies.

It breeds in temperate Asia and has a foothold in Alaska. Vagrants occasionally appear in western Europe.

It breeds in open country near water, such as wet meadows.

It is regarded as of Least Concern by the IUCN.

Sightings

03-Feb-2020

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Sedgeford, Norfolk

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