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White-winged Lark

Alauda leucoptera

The White-winged Lark, Alauda leucoptera, presents a robust figure in the avian world, typically measuring 17–19 cm in length with a wingspan reaching 35 cm. Both male and female average a weight of 44 grams. This species is characterized by its distinctive wing pattern, which becomes apparent in flight: black outer flight feathers, white inner flight feathers, and a chestnut remainder of the wing. Above, its body is adorned with dark streaks on a grey backdrop, while below, it is a paler whitish hue. The adult male boasts a chestnut crown, setting it apart from the female.

Identification Tips

In flight, the White-winged Lark is unmistakable with its striking wing pattern. Look for the contrast between the black outer and white inner flight feathers, complemented by the chestnut rest of the wing. The dark-streaked grey upperparts and whitish underparts, along with the chestnut crown on the adult male, are key identification features.

Habitat

The White-winged Lark favors the dry, open expanses of the steppe and plains, where it can be observed living and breeding.

Distribution

This lark species is found spanning from southern Ukraine through Kazakhstan to south-central Russia. It exhibits partial migratory behavior, with individuals moving southward during the winter months. The southernmost populations tend to be resident, and the species is a very rare vagrant to western Europe.

Behaviour

The White-winged Lark is known to nest on the ground, where it lays clutches of three to eight eggs. It exhibits gregarious behavior during the winter season.

Song & Calls

The song of the White-winged Lark is reminiscent of the Eurasian skylark's, albeit with a more melodious quality.

Diet and Feeding

Seeds constitute the primary diet of the White-winged Lark, with insects also playing a crucial role during the breeding season.

Conservation status

Despite a significant decline in population numbers, the White-winged Lark is still relatively common and is not currently considered to be at risk, classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.

White-winged Lark Sounds



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Grigory Evtukh
01 May 2019 - 4:00pm
Kazakhstan

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