Rufous-naped Lark

African Pied Wagtail, © Michael Plagens

One of the more common and wide-spread lark species in savanna. Diet includes grasshoppers and crickets.

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Fawn-colored Lark

Fawn Colored Lark, Calendulauda alopex, © Michael Plagens

Upright posture, medium slender bill and open-country habitat. Reddish brown back and head, distinct eye stripe and faint streak spots on upper chest.

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Red-capped Lark

Red-capped Lark, Calandrella cinerea, © Michael Plagens

This species of highland areas is relatively easy to identify with its namesake reddish cap.

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Fischer's Sparrow-Lark ♂

Fischer's Sparrow-Lark, Eremopterix leucopareia, © Michael Plagens

Males have a white patch on side of face.

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Fischer's Sparrow-Lark ♀

Fischer's Sparrow-Lark, Eremopterix leucopareia, © Michael Plagens

This female's plumage resembles dry grass. Males have a white patch on side of face.

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Kenya Natural History

Copyright Michael J. Plagens, page created 28 Sept. 2015.

By no means am I an expert on the Natural History of Kenya because I am new to exploring this part of the World. By creating a page for the species as I learn them, I am teaching myself, sharing with others. If you find an error or appreciate my efforts please send me a message.