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All four species belong to the wagtail and pipit family, Motacillidae. The citrine wagtail is a rare but regular visitor to Norway and was first recorded in the country near Tønsberg in 1970.
| Scientific name | English | Norwegian | Family |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motacilla flava | Western yellow wagtail | Gulerle | Motacillidae |
| Motacilla alba | White wagtail | Linerle | Motacillidae |
| Motacilla citreola | Citrine wagtail | Sitronerle | Motacillidae |
| Motacilla cinerea | Grey wagtail | Vintererle | Motacillidae |
Citrine wagtail
The citrine wagtail is an eastern species whose breeding male has a bright yellow head and underparts.
Western yellow wagtail
The western yellow wagtail favours open, damp ground and is highly variable in head pattern and colour.
White wagtail
The white wagtail is a familiar black, white and grey bird that constantly pumps its long tail.
Grey wagtail
The grey wagtail is closely associated with fast-flowing water and has a notably long tail and yellow underparts.