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Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

The Lark Sparrow is a cheerful little bird with a lovely song. It has a pretty brown and white pattern that helps it blend into the grass where it likes to live.

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The Lark Sparrow has a striking face pattern with a white eyebrow, a chestnut cheek patch, and a dark stripe on its chin. Its back is brownish with streaks, and it flashes distinctive white outer tail feathers during flight. Its breast is lightly streaked.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyPasserellidaeGenusChondestes
Lark Sparrow
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Lark Sparrow

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Baby Lark Sparrows have fuzzy crests on their heads that disappear as they grow up!

Lark Sparrows often scratch the ground like a chicken to find hidden tasty bugs!

Their scientific name, Chondestes grammacus, means 'grain-eating songster with lines or markings'!

They sometimes use tiny pieces of string, hair, or even spider silk to build their nests!

Special abilities

Ability

Melody Maestro

Lark Sparrows can sing a complex, varied song with trills and buzzes that helps them attract mates and defend their territory.

Ability

Tail Flasher

Lark Sparrows have bright white outer tail feathers that help them signal to others or evade predators by distraction.

Ability

Ground Nest Weaver

Lark Sparrows can expertly build camouflaged nests directly on the ground, helping them hide eggs and chicks from danger.

Measurements & details

Length
15-17 cm
Wingspan
25-27 cm
Weight
0.02-0.03 kg
Lifespan
2-5 years
Top Speed
55 km/h
Clutch Size
3-6
Incubation
11-12 days
Migration Distance
3000 km

Diet & Feeding

These birds enjoy a mix of crunchy seeds and juicy insects, especially during nesting season.

Age differences: Nestlings primarily eat insects for growth, while adults consume more seeds, especially in winter.

Primary Foods

  • grasshoppers
  • beetles
  • caterpillars
  • sunflower seeds
  • ragweed seeds
  • grass seeds

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't disturb their nests.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Lark Sparrow?

15-17 cm

What is Lark Sparrow's wingspan?

25-27 cm

How much does Lark Sparrow weigh?

0.02-0.03 kg

How long does Lark Sparrow live?

2-5 years

How fast can Lark Sparrow move?

55 km/h

What does Lark Sparrow eat?

These birds enjoy a mix of crunchy seeds and juicy insects, especially during nesting season.

Where is Lark Sparrow usually found?

Grasslands

How does Lark Sparrow hunt?

Foraging

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