List of Birds of Madagascar - Larks

Larks

Order: Passeriformes. Family: Alaudidae

Larks are small terrestrial birds with often extravagant songs and display flights. Most larks are fairly dull in appearance. Their food is insects and seeds. There are 91 species worldwide, one of which occurs in Madagascar.

Common Name Scientific Name Status
Madagascar Lark* Mirafra hova

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