The Malabar Lark is a medium-sized lark with a prominent crest, endemic to the Western Ghats region of India. It inhabits dry, rocky hillsides and open scrub.
Where to spot
Endemic to dry, stony hillsides, open scrub, and cultivated areas within the Western Ghats region of India.
How to spot
Look for its crest and upright posture on rocks and stony ground. Listen for its loud, clear, whistling song, often delivered from a prominent perch.
When to spot
Observable year-round, more vocal during the breeding season (monsoon season).
Where to spot
Endemic to dry, stony hillsides, open scrub, and cultivated areas within the Western Ghats region of India.
How to spot
Look for its crest and upright posture on rocks and stony ground. Listen for its loud, clear, whistling song, often delivered from a prominent perch.
When to spot
Observable year-round, more vocal during the breeding season (monsoon season).
This lark often chooses prominent rocks or boulders as song posts, making its presence known in its rocky habitat.
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