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Red-capped Lark

Red-capped Lark

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A widespread and variable lark species, typically identified by its distinctive reddish-brown crown and a dark patch on the breast sides. Its plumage otherwise varies from sandy to rufous brown, streaked above.
Where to spot
Open grasslands, savannas, cultivated fields, and semi-arid areas throughout much of sub-Saharan Africa.
How to spot
Look for its characteristic reddish cap and dark chest patches. Watch for its undulating flight. Listen for its high, sustained song delivered during display flights or from a perch.
When to spot
Active year-round. Its song flight displays are most common during the breeding season, which varies by region but often coincides with rainy seasons.
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File:Red-capped Lark (Calandrella cinerea) (20960674300).jpg
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File:Red-capped lark, Calandrella cinerea, at Loodswaai Game Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa. - 50905811242.jpg
File:Calandrella cinerea - Henry de Lange - 466320744.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Calandrella cinerea 264980536.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Calandrella cinerea ssp. cinerea.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-capped Lark (Calandrella cinerea) (20960674300).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-capped Lark (Calandrella cinerea) (20960905418).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-capped Lark (Calandrella cinerea) (31755215293).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-capped Lark (Calandrella cinerea) (31755215293) (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-capped Lark (Calandrella cinerea)a (46575717381).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-capped lark, Calandrella cinerea, at Loodswaai Game Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa. - 50905811242.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Red-capped Lark is known for its impressive aerial display flights, during which the male climbs high into the sky, often becoming a mere speck, while delivering a continuous, melodious song.
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