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Western Meadowlark

Sturnella neglecta

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Field Notes

Description:

Long pointed bill, yellow patch between bill and eye, blackish brown stripe behind eye, black "V" on yellow breast, yellow underparts, chunky body, short wide tail, long toes.

Habitat:

Grassy plains, agricultural fields.

Notes:

A Western Meadowlark in the grass at the Ridgefield NWR in Feb. 2009.

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Comments (2)
Ashish
Very sweet voice as expected..!! http://www.thebirdersreport.com/wild-birds/bird-sightings/which-bird-has-the-most-melodious-song

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PublishedOctober 5, 2011

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