Call: It has an explosive disyllabic "chis-ick" or "seel-vit" call, together with a one-note "chik." The song is a twittering version of the call, somewhat rambling and lively in its warble, and may be delivered from the ground, from a perch or while on the wing.

Feeding habits: They eat insects and their larvae, small molluscs, worms and sometimes seeds. They may be tempted to inhabit gardens by the provision of mealworms, peanut granules or even something as simple as grated cheese.

Nest: Most nests are to be found in holes, clefts and ledges, usually sited in banks, ditches and buildings. Old nests of other birds, such as Blackbirds, are sometimes used. Both sexes build the nest, with the female taking the larger share, and completing the lining of hair, wool and feathers.

Habitat and range: Pied Wagtails can be found in many and varied open places including fields, farmyards, parks and meadows. However, it does display a distinct preference to areas in the vicinity of water. Resident and common throughout the UK.