About the Karoo Lark
The Karoo lark or red-backed lark is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae. It is endemic to South Africa where its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Larks (Alaudidae) |
| Species | Calendulauda albescens |
| Species Codes | karlar2, KALA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Karoo Lark belong to?
The Karoo Lark (Calendulauda albescens) belongs to the Larks family (Alaudidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Karoo Lark?
The Karoo lark or red-backed lark is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae. It is endemic to South Africa where its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry shrubland....
Where can I report a Karoo Lark sighting?
You can log sightings of Karoo Lark on eBird (ebird.org) using species code karlar2, or on iNaturalist.
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