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Beesley's Lark
Chersomanes beesleyi
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Not Evaluated
Weight
24.75 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
Beesley's Lark is a recently described lark from Tanzania, with uncertain taxonomic status and currently not evaluated by IUCN. It is a small, pale lark of arid scrub and dry savanna habitats in East Africa. It forages on the ground for seeds and insects like other larks in its genus.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 24.75 g | 0.87 oz |
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Chersomanes |
| Species | Chersomanes beesleyi |
Distribution
Beesley's Lark has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Beesley's Lark nest?
Nest type: HC.
How big is the Beesley's Lark?
The Beesley's Lark has a weight of 24.75 g.
What order and family does the Beesley's Lark belong to?
The Beesley's Lark (Chersomanes beesleyi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Alaudidae.
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Not Evaluated
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