Angola Lark
Mirafra angolensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.8 cm
Weight
36.0 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Angola Lark is a medium-sized Alaudidae with a 15.8 cm wingspan, weighing 36 grams, found in open grassland habitats in Angola and neighboring countries. It forages on the ground for seeds and insects, and males deliver song in display flights above their territories.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.8 cm | 6.2 in |
| Weight | 36.0 g | 1.27 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Mirafra |
| Species | Mirafra angolensis |
Distribution
Angola 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 Angola Lark endangered?
The Angola Lark has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Angola Lark nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Angola Lark?
The Angola Lark has a wingspan of 15.8 cm, weight of 36.0 g.
What order and family does the Angola Lark belong to?
The Angola Lark (Mirafra angolensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Alaudidae.
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