Cape Longclaw
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| Macronyx capensis (Linnaeus, 1766) |
The Cape Longclaw Macronyx capensis is a passerine bird in the longclaw family Motacillidae, which also includes the pipits and wagtails.
More commonly known as an Orange-throated Longclaw in Southern Africa it is a 19-20cm long, cryptically colored African grassland bird. Usually found in pairs year round and is easily recognised by a bright orange gorget (both sexes).
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- BirdLife International (2004). Macronyx capensis. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN 2006. Retrieved on 12 May 2006. Database entry includes justification for why this species is of least concern
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