Chestnut-headed Sparrow-lark
A species of Sparrow-larks Scientific name : Eremopterix signatus Genus : Sparrow-larks
Chestnut-headed Sparrow-lark, A species of Sparrow-larks
Botanical name: Eremopterix signatus
Genus: Sparrow-larks
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Description General Info
Photo By Don Roberson 
Description
The male chestnut-headed sparrow-lark has a black collar and bib, white cheeks and a white circular area on the nape of the crown, surrounded by a chestnut border. This distinguishes it from Fischer's sparrow-lark which lacks the white spot. The female has duller plumage. 
Size
12 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Chestnut-headed Sparrow-lark mostly feed on grass seeds, with chicks receiving insects as well. They forage on the ground, often in flocks up to 40, occasionally with other species. Unique foraging flocks distinguish their feeding behavior.
Habitat
The chestnut-headed Sparrow-lark typically resides in semi-arid to arid environments including expansive plains, grasslands, savannas, and clearings within open woodlands. These regions are characterized by modest annual rainfall, ranging from 75 to 500 millimeters, indicative of the bird's preference for drier habitats with sparse vegetation.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Behavior
This bird is usually found in pairs or small flocks of up to forty birds, often around water holes. It flies low to the ground and may sing in flight or when standing on bare ground.
Photo By Don Roberson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Larks Genus
Sparrow-larks Species
Chestnut-headed Sparrow-lark 
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