PASSERIFORMES: Alaudidae

Alauda arvensis  

Eurasian Skylark (Alauda arvensis)
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© Larry Dunis 2009
Werribee, VIC (Oct, 2009)

Though an introduced species (19th century) the Skylark's colouring and markings aptly suit it for life amongst the dry grass areas of southern Australia.

Eurasian Skylark (Alauda arvensis)

Skylark in flight

Eurasian Skylark (Alauda arvensis)

Eurasian Skylark