Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark
Eremopterix griseus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.8 cm
Weight
16.0 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark is a small lark found in open dry country across South Asia and the Middle East. Weighing about 16g with a wingspan near 14.8cm, the male has a distinctive ashy-grey crown contrasting with dark facial markings. It feeds on seeds and insects on bare ground.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.8 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 16.0 g | 0.56 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Eremopterix |
| Species | Eremopterix griseus |
Distribution
Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark endangered?
The Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark?
The Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark has a wingspan of 14.8 cm, weight of 16.0 g.
What order and family does the Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark belong to?
The Ashy-crowned Sparrow-lark (Eremopterix griseus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Alaudidae.
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