Adult. All images copyright Doug Newman
Adult. All images copyright Doug Newman

Rufous-naped Lark

Eupodotis caerulescens
  • Habitat: Grassland, savanna and fallow fields.
  • Diet: Mixed diet of insects abd seeds.
  • Status: Common resident.
  • Calls: Common resident.
  • Similar looking: Most of the larks but size, very heavy bill, greyer nape that crown and very heavy crest when raised helps separate.
  • Similar sounding: None.

ID pitfalls

Being an LBJ, this bird would require good knowledge of LBJs to safely identify when not calling.

Where to find one

Abundant in almost all grassland within its range.

Song