This wagtail occurs around water and in open places across Africa. It walks on the ground to find small prey and often bobs its tail.
It has a grey back, pale underparts, and a dark band across the chest. Its long tail is often bobbed as it walks.
It forages mainly on the ground for insects and other small prey near water or lawns. Most birds are resident, with some local movements along elevation.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.