Sykes's Lark
A species of Large-billed Lark and Crested Lark Scientific name : Galerida deva Genus : Large-billed Lark and Crested Lark
Sykes's Lark, A species of Large-billed Lark and Crested Lark
Botanical name: Galerida deva
Genus: Large-billed Lark and Crested Lark
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Description
Photo By Ashwin Viswanathan 
Description
Sykes's lark (Galerida deva) is a species of lark found in the dry open country of India. Its distribution is mainly restricted to central India, although stray records have been found elsewhere on the sub-continent. It is identified by its prominent crest and its overall rufous colouration. It has streaks on its breast which are less prominent than those found in the Oriental skylark. A study found that it can imitate calls of 34 other birds found in its habitat. It mainly found in peninsular India. 
Size
14 cm
Feeding Habits
Sykes's Lark primarily consumes seeds and invertebrates, foraging on the ground either alone, in pairs, or small groups. It typically walks or runs while foraging, picking food directly from the surface.
Habitat
The sykes's Lark typically inhabits dry, stony landscapes characterized by sparsely distributed scrub vegetation, as well as areas of dry cultivation. These birds show a preference for regions with dark soils and are found in environments featuring general aridity.
Dite type
Granivorous
Photo By Ashwin Viswanathan 
Scientific Classification
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