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Crested Lark
Galerida cristata
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Least Concern
Wingspan
20.7 cm
Weight
41.166666666666664 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Crested Lark (Galerida cristata) is a bird species in the family Alaudidae (larks), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.7 cm and a weight of 41.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.7 cm | 8.1 in |
| Weight | 41.166666666666664 g | 1.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 11-13 days. Fledging: 9-13 days.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Galerida |
| Species | Galerida cristata |
Distribution
Crested Lark has been recorded in 5 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crested Lark endangered?
The Crested Lark has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Crested Lark nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 11-13 days. Fledging: 9-13 days.
How big is the Crested Lark?
The Crested Lark has a wingspan of 20.7 cm, weight of 41.166666666666664 g.
What order and family does the Crested Lark belong to?
The Crested Lark (Galerida cristata) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Alaudidae.
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