Horned Lark

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The Horned Lark is a distinctive ground-dwelling songbird known for its unique 'horns' or feather tufts on its head. It's a hardy species, often found in open, treeless environments across vast parts of the Northern Hemisphere.

Where to spot

Found in open, arid, and semi-arid landscapes across North America, Europe, and Asia. Look in prairies, deserts, tundra, short-grass fields, agricultural land, and even along roadsides.

How to spot

Look for its streaky brown plumage, yellow face, black 'horns', and black breast band. They forage on the ground, often running rather than hopping. Listen for their high-pitched, tinkling song, often given in flight during display.

When to spot

Can be observed year-round in many parts of its range, especially in open fields and barren areas. Their calls are particularly noticeable during breeding season, typically spring and early summer.

Where to spot

Found in open, arid, and semi-arid landscapes across North America, Europe, and Asia. Look in prairies, deserts, tundra, short-grass fields, agricultural land, and even along roadsides.

How to spot

When to spot

Can be observed year-round in many parts of its range, especially in open fields and barren areas. Their calls are particularly noticeable during breeding season, typically spring and early summer.

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Horned Larks are one of the few passerine species that nest north of the Arctic Circle and are one of the earliest nesters in many parts of their range, sometimes even laying eggs when snow is still on the ground.

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