Arabian Lark
Eremalauda eremodites
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.6 cm
Weight
20.5 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Arabian Lark is a ground-dwelling lark from the Arabian Peninsula, weighing about 20.5 grams with a wingspan near 16 cm. It inhabits open sandy and stony desert terrain, where its streaked brown plumage provides excellent camouflage. Like other larks, it forages on foot for seeds and insects and delivers its song in flight.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.6 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 20.5 g | 0.72 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 13-16 days. Fledging: 10 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Eremalauda |
| Species | Eremalauda eremodites |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Arabian Lark endangered?
The Arabian Lark has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Arabian Lark nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 13-16 days. Fledging: 10 days.
How big is the Arabian Lark?
The Arabian Lark has a wingspan of 15.6 cm, weight of 20.5 g.
What order and family does the Arabian Lark belong to?
The Arabian Lark (Eremalauda eremodites) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Alaudidae.
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