Indochinese Bushlark
A species of Bush Larks and Allies Scientific name : Mirafra erythrocephala Genus : Bush Larks and Allies
Indochinese Bushlark, A species of Bush Larks and Allies
Botanical name: Mirafra erythrocephala
Genus: Bush Larks and Allies
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Photo By Ayuwat Jearwattanakanok
Description
The Indochinese bush lark (Mirafra erythrocephala) or Indochinese lark is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae found in southeast Asia.
Size
15 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Indochinese Bushlark likely mirrors the diet of its close relatives like M. assamica, consuming varied insects and seeds. It forages on the ground, adeptly using its bill to extract prey, displaying no distinct dietary adaptations.
Habitat
The indochinese Bushlark predominantly resides in open, arid landscapes with interspersed trees and shrubbery. This species thrives on the fringes of forests, amid scrubland, bamboo clusters, and areas of cultivation, preferring environments that offer both ground cover and perching opportunities. The general region inhabited by the indochinese Bushlark is characterized by a broad subtropical climate zone with varied vegetation.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Distribution Area
The range of the Indochinese bush lark extends over a large swath of southeast Asia, and can be found in Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos. The Indochinese bush lark is found in a variety of open-space habitats up to 900 m interspersed with trees and shrubs and has adapted to cultivated land. It also exists at forest margins, as well as thickets of bamboo.
Photo By Ayuwat Jearwattanakanok
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Larks Genus
Bush Larks and Allies Species
Indochinese Bushlark