Lesser Short-toed Lark

Alaudala rufescens

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Brief #

Dark-streaked greyish-brown above, and white below.

Synonyms #

  • Terrera marismeña (Spanish)
  • Calandriña das marismas (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Lesser Short-toed Lark is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Colour varies across the broad range and is not a good distinguishing feature. It is dark-streaked greyish-brown above, and white below. It has a pale supercilium, and a short stubby bill. This species lacks the dark neck patches of the greater, and has fine streaking across the breast. The bill and head shape also differ, this species having a shorter, less-conical bill and a more-rounded, smaller head.

Measurements #

Length: 13 - 14 cm
Wingspan: 24 - 32 cm
Weight: 21 - 30 g

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