Agulhas Long-billed Lark
Certhilauda brevirostris
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Not Evaluated
Weight
43.0 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Agulhas Long-billed Lark is a lark of the Alaudidae family, weighing about 43 g, restricted to the Agulhas Plain at the southern tip of South Africa. It favours low coastal scrubland and fynbos, where it uses its curved bill to probe the soil for invertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 43.0 g | 1.52 oz |
Habitat & Range
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Certhilauda |
| Species | Certhilauda brevirostris |
Distribution
Agulhas Long-billed Lark has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Agulhas Long-billed Lark nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Agulhas Long-billed Lark?
The Agulhas Long-billed Lark has a weight of 43.0 g.
What order and family does the Agulhas Long-billed Lark belong to?
The Agulhas Long-billed Lark (Certhilauda brevirostris) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Alaudidae.
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Not Evaluated
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Benguela Long-billed Lark
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Not Evaluated