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Where to see Rufous naped Lark in South Africa
About the Rufous naped Lark
The rufous-naped lark is a medium-sized African lark found mainly in open grassland, savanna and lightly wooded habitats. It has cryptic brown and buff plumage, a reddish-brown nape and streaked upperparts that provide excellent camouflage against dry grass. It feeds mainly on seeds and insects, foraging on the ground. Males are well known for their aerial display flights and characteristic songs delivered from elevated positions or during flight.
How to identify the Rufous naped Lark
Medium-sized lark with a streaked brown back, pale underparts and a distinctive rufous colouring on the nape and upper back. The plumage is highly cryptic and blends well with dry grass and open ground.
Did you know?
Rufous-naped Larks are well known for their distinctive aerial display, during which the male rises above its territory while producing a complex song before descending.
Also known as: Lark, Rooineklewerik
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