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Horned Lark

Eremophila alpestris

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Description:

Horned larks are 18 to 20 cm in length. Females have the same pattern as a male, but are smaller and have a slightly duller appearance. The male in summer has black "horns" tufts of feathers that give this species their name in North America. Known as Shore Lark in Eurasia.

Habitat:

Grasslands and other open areas; nests on ground.

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Horned Lark (Eremophila alpestris)

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