Mongolian Lark
A species of Black and Black-necked Larks Scientific name : Melanocorypha mongolica Genus : Black and Black-necked Larks
Mongolian Lark, A species of Black and Black-necked Larks
Botanical name: Melanocorypha mongolica
Genus: Black and Black-necked Larks
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Description
Photo By Don Roberson
Description
The Mongolian lark (Melanocorypha mongolica) is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae found from southern Russia and Mongolia to central China.
Size
19 cm
Feeding Habits
Mongolian Lark, primarily feeds on seeds and invertebrates. Displays ground foraging behavior to find its food, often pecking at the soil. It has noticeable dietary preferences based on food availability and season.
Habitat
Mongolian Lark predominantly inhabits expansive, open grasslands with a preference for relatively dry terrain, occasionally interspersed with denser, taller grasses for nesting. This bird species is also found in humid areas featuring lush grass growth and can adapt to life in rocky upland regions. Broadly, mongolian Lark's geographical range extends across the vast steppes and plains of Central Asia.
Dite type
Granivorous
Photo By Don Roberson