Western Meadowlark
Western Meadowlark
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The Western Meadowlark is a medium-sized bird with a striking yellow breast marked by a prominent black 'V' and streaked brown upperparts. It is celebrated for its flute-like, melodious song that echoes across open grasslands.
Where to spot
Widespread across western North America, from southern Canada through the western and central United States into Mexico. Prefers open grasslands, prairies, pastures, and agricultural fields.
How to spot
Look for it perched prominently on fence posts, utility wires, or shrubs in open fields. Listen intently for its distinctive, warbling song, a key identification feature.
When to spot
Year-round in much of its range, but most vocal and conspicuous during the breeding season (spring and early summer).
Where to spot
Widespread across western North America, from southern Canada through the western and central United States into Mexico. Prefers open grasslands, prairies, pastures, and agricultural fields.
How to spot
Look for it perched prominently on fence posts, utility wires, or shrubs in open fields. Listen intently for its distinctive, warbling song, a key identification feature.
When to spot
Year-round in much of its range, but most vocal and conspicuous during the breeding season (spring and early summer).
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Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Western Meadowlark is the state bird of six US states: Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, and Wyoming.
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