Crested Lark
BIRDING ARAGÓNCrested Lark
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ES: Cogujada común
Description
L: 17cm W: 29-38cm.
Brown plumage similar to the Thekla lark, although with a larger wingspan; it has a crest and eyebrow on its head; ochre outer tail feathers; and diffusely striated chest; grey uppertail coverts and reddish undercovert feathers. Similar plumage in both sexes. Juvenile feathers have whitish rims.
- Observation difficulty: Medium
- Status: Resident.
- Optimal Season: Dec-Jan
- Conservation Status: Protected species
- Hábitat: Steppe
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ROUTES
PROVINCES
Huesca. Zaragoza. Teruel
REGIONS
Campo de Cariñena y Valdejalón
Special Protected Areas (SPA)
