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Beesley's Lark

Chersomanes beesleyi

Not Evaluated
Weight
24.75 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes

The Beesley's Lark (Chersomanes beesleyi) is a bird species in the family Alaudidae (larks), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a weight of 24.8 g.

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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.

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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