Rufous-rumped Lark
NameRufous-rumped Lark
Common NameRufous-rumped Lark
Scientific NamePinarocorys erythropygia
FamilyAlaudidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are heavily streaked dark brown on a paler brown background, with a prominent pale supercilium. Underparts are whitish with dark streaking on the breast and flanks. The most distinctive feature is the rufous-chestnut rump and outer tail feathers, contrasting with the dark central tail feathers.
Vocalization / CallIts call is typically a harsh, churring 'churr' or 'tseep' note. The song is a varied series of whistles, trills, and mimicry, often given from a perch or in flight.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in a band across sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal and Gambia east to Sudan, Ethiopia, and Eritrea, and south to parts of Uganda and Kenya. It is a partial migrant, moving south during the dry season.
Identifying Featuresrufous rump, streaky brown upperparts, pale supercilium, dark streaking on breast, perches conspicuously on branches
Description
This medium-sized lark is characterized by its streaky brown plumage, pale underparts, and distinctive rufous rump and outer tail feathers. It typically forages on the ground but can be seen perching conspicuously on branches or bushes in its savanna and open woodland habitats.
