The Somali Lark is a medium-sized, pale lark found in arid savannas and acacia scrub in the Horn of Africa. It has a distinctive spotted breast.
Where to spot
Arid and semi-arid acacia savannas, thornbush, and open scrub in the Horn of Africa (e.g., Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia).
How to spot
Scan open ground and low perches. Look for its spotted breast and listen for its varied song, often delivered from a low perch or in a short display flight.
When to spot
Observable year-round, active during the cooler parts of the day.
Where to spot
Arid and semi-arid acacia savannas, thornbush, and open scrub in the Horn of Africa (e.g., Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia).
How to spot
Scan open ground and low perches. Look for its spotted breast and listen for its varied song, often delivered from a low perch or in a short display flight.
When to spot
Observable year-round, active during the cooler parts of the day.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The spotted pattern on its breast is a key identification feature, helping to distinguish it from other pale larks in its arid habitat.
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