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Short-clawed Lark
Certhilauda chuana
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.9 cm
Weight
35.5 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Short-clawed Lark (Certhilauda chuana) is a bird species in the family Alaudidae (larks), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.9 cm and a weight of 35.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.9 cm | 7.8 in |
| Weight | 35.5 g | 1.25 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16 days. Fledging: 11 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Certhilauda |
| Species | Certhilauda chuana |
Distribution
Short-clawed Lark has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Short-clawed Lark endangered?
The Short-clawed Lark has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Short-clawed Lark nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16 days. Fledging: 11 days.
How big is the Short-clawed Lark?
The Short-clawed Lark has a wingspan of 19.9 cm, weight of 35.5 g.
What order and family does the Short-clawed Lark belong to?
The Short-clawed Lark (Certhilauda chuana) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Alaudidae.
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