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Photo of Tawny Lark (Galerida deva)

Tawny Lark

Galerida deva

Sykes's lark (Galerida deva) is a species of lark found in the dry open country of India. Its distribution is mainly restricted to central India, although stray records have been found elsewhere on the sub-continent. It is identified by its prominent crest and its overall rufous colouration. It has streaks on its breast which are less prominent than those found in the Oriental skylark.

A study found that it can imitate calls of 34 other birds found in its habitat. It mainly found in peninsular India.

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Photo credit: Nidhin Poothully from Bangalore, India

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