Somali Short-toed Lark
Alaudala somalica
A relatively small and plain lark. Coloration varies regionally, ranging from dark brown to paler brown to rufous, but always look for a pale eyebrow and eye-ring, streaking on the breast, and a completely or partially pale bill. Found in dry grassland and semi-desert habitats, usually in flocks. Similar to Singing Bushlark, but has a slightly buffy rather than pure white outer tail, and lacks rufous patches in the wings. The flight song is a long and complicated jumble that can include imitations of other species. The call is a quick “chidup,” often given in flight.
识别特征
The Somali short-toed lark (Alaudala somalica) is a small passerine bird of the lark family found in eastern and north-eastern Africa. The habitat of the Somali short-toed lark is subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.
分类信息
Genus: Alaudala; Family: Alaudidae; Order: Passeriformes.
- 学名
- Alaudala somalica
- 目
- Passeriformes
- 科
- Alaudidae
- 属
- Alaudala
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