Black-eared Sparrow-lark vs Angola Lark
Eremopterix australis compared with Mirafra angolensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-eared Sparrow-lark | Angola Lark |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eremopterix australis | Mirafra angolensis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Alaudidae | Alaudidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm (6.1 in) | 15.8 cm (6.2 in) |
| Weight | 14.416666666666666 g (0.51 oz) | 36.0 g (1.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-4 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Black-eared Sparrow-lark
Angola Lark
About These Birds
Black-eared Sparrow-lark
The Black-eared Sparrow-lark is a small, sexually dimorphic lark; males display striking black-and-white patterning on the face and breast while females are more subdued brown-streaked. It inhabits arid scrublands, dry grasslands, and Karoo vegetation of southern Africa, particularly Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. It forages on the ground for seeds and insects, often gathering in flocks outside the breeding season.
Angola Lark
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.