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Karoo Lark

Karoo Lark

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The Karoo Lark is a drab, ground-dwelling lark endemic to the arid Karoo biome of South Africa. Its plumage is highly variable, matching the local soil color.
Where to spot
Endemic to the arid and semi-arid Karoo biome of South Africa, preferring stony plains and sparse scrub.
How to spot
Scan open, barren ground. Its camouflage is exceptional, so look for subtle movements. Listen for its simple, repetitive song delivered from a low perch or short flight.
When to spot
Observable year-round. Most active during the cooler parts of the day.
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File:Calendulauda albescens guttata 1838.jpg
File:Karoo lark, Calendulauda albescens, at Pyper se Boom in the Takawa Karoo National Park, South Africa. - 50838681801.jpg
File:Karoo lark, Calendulauda albescens, at Pyper se Boom in the Takawa Karoo National Park, South Africa. - 50838765092.jpg
File:Karoo lark, Calendulauda albescens, at Pyper se Boom in the Takawa Karoo National Park, South Africa. - 50838765162.jpg
File:Calendulauda albescens 139171747.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Calendulauda albescens 149229063.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Calendulauda albescens 92969045.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Calendulauda albescens codea 1838, crop.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Calendulauda albescens codea 1838.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Calendulauda albescens guttata 1838, crop.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Calendulauda albescens guttata 1838.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Karoo lark, Calendulauda albescens, at Pyper se Boom in the Takawa Karoo National Park, South Africa. - 50838681801.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Karoo lark, Calendulauda albescens, at Pyper se Boom in the Takawa Karoo National Park, South Africa. - 50838765092.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Karoo lark, Calendulauda albescens, at Pyper se Boom in the Takawa Karoo National Park, South Africa. - 50838765162.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species exhibits significant geographical variation in plumage, with individuals perfectly camouflaged to the specific color of the soil where they live.
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