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Melodious Lark
Mirafra cheniana
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.8 cm
Weight
20.1 g
Family
Alaudidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.8 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 20.1 g | 0.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Alaudidae (Larks) |
| Genus | Mirafra |
| Species | Mirafra cheniana |
Distribution
Melodious Lark has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Melodious Lark endangered?
The Melodious Lark has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Melodious Lark nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Melodious Lark?
The Melodious Lark has a wingspan of 14.8 cm, weight of 20.1 g.
What order and family does the Melodious Lark belong to?
The Melodious Lark (Mirafra cheniana) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Alaudidae.
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