Fischer's Sparrow-lark
A species of Sparrow-larks Scientific name : Eremopterix leucopareia Genus : Sparrow-larks
Fischer's Sparrow-lark, A species of Sparrow-larks
Botanical name: Eremopterix leucopareia
Genus: Sparrow-larks
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Description
Fischer's sparrow-lark (Eremopterix leucopareia) or Fischer's finch-lark is a species of passerine bird in the family Alaudidae. It is found from central Kenya to eastern Zambia, Malawi and north-western Mozambique. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland. This inconspicuous dull-coloured bird somewhat resembles a finch. It can be distinguished from the similar chestnut-headed sparrow-lark by the absence of a white patch on the crown of its head. It is found on short grass plains where it congregates in large flocks except during the breeding season. The common name of the bird commemorates the German explorer Gustav Fischer. 
Size
12 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Fischer's Sparrow-lark primarily consumes grass seeds complemented by insects. Adapted to forage on the ground in flocks, fischer's Sparrow-lark can efficiently pick food from soil or plants. Notably, they exploit adult and larval flies around soda streams during breeding. Nesting individuals often feed in flocks late afternoon.
Habitat
The habitat of fischer's Sparrow-lark typically encompasses semi-arid grasslands and sparsely vegetated landscapes. These birds are commonly found in open territories where grassland intermingles with bare patches such as fields, roadside areas, and airstrips. These environments offer the essential ground for foraging and nesting, aligned with fischer's Sparrow-lark's behavioral adaptations.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Larks Genus
Sparrow-larks Species
Fischer's Sparrow-lark 
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