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File:Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark (Eremopterix leucotis) (52745043316).jpg

Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark

Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark

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The Chestnut-backed Sparrow-lark is a small, striking lark with a prominent chestnut back and black underparts (in males). It is widespread across sub-Saharan Africa in arid and semi-arid open habitats.
Where to spot
Widespread in arid and semi-arid grasslands, savannas, and cultivated areas across Sub-Saharan Africa.
How to spot
Look for it walking on open ground. Males are easily identifiable by their chestnut and black plumage. Watch for their undulating flight and listen for their distinctive, often buzzing, song.
When to spot
Observable year-round. More active and vocal during the breeding season (wet season).
File:Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark (Eremopterix leucotis) (52745043316).jpg
File:Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark (Eremopterix leucotis) female ... (52781431883).jpg
File:Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark (Eremopterix leucotis) male ... (52780426302).jpg
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark,Eremopterix leucotis at Mapungubwe National Park, Limpopo, South Africa (17752177518).jpg
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark,Eremopterix leucotis at Mapungubwe National Park, Limpopo, South Africa (17752366120).jpg
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark,Eremopterix leucotis at Mapungubwe National Park, Limpopo, South Africa (17752398250).jpg
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark,Eremopterix leucotis at Mapungubwe National Park, Limpopo, South Africa (17913575906).jpg
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark (Eremopterix leucotis melanocephalus) female.jpg
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark (Eremopterix leucotis melanocephalus) male.jpg
File:Eremopterix leucotis -near Tugela Ferry, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa -male-8a.jpg
File:Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark (Eremopterix leucotis) (52745043316).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark (Eremopterix leucotis) female ... (52781431883).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark (Eremopterix leucotis) male ... (52780426302).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark,Eremopterix leucotis at Mapungubwe National Park, Limpopo, South Africa (17752177518).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark,Eremopterix leucotis at Mapungubwe National Park, Limpopo, South Africa (17752366120).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark,Eremopterix leucotis at Mapungubwe National Park, Limpopo, South Africa (17752398250).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark,Eremopterix leucotis at Mapungubwe National Park, Limpopo, South Africa (17913575906).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark (Eremopterix leucotis melanocephalus) female.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chestnut-backed sparrow-lark (Eremopterix leucotis melanocephalus) male.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Eremopterix leucotis -near Tugela Ferry, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa -male-8a.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Males are particularly striking with their chestnut backs and contrasting black bellies, making them quite identifiable.
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