Black-crowned Sparrow-lark
Eremopterix nigriceps
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The Black-crowned Sparrow-lark is a small, sexually dimorphic lark of arid and semi-arid landscapes across Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and South Asia, with males displaying a bold black crown, face, and underparts contrasting with a white head patch. It inhabits open desert, semi-desert, and dry grassland habitats, feeding on seeds and small insects. It is often seen in small flocks in barren open ground.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.2 cm | 6.0 in |
| Weight | 14.0 g | 0.49 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 11-12 days. Fledging: 8 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Eremopterix |
| Species | Eremopterix nigriceps |
Distribution
Black-crowned Sparrow-lark has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Alaudidae family