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Wildlife
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Lark Sparrow
(Chondestes grammacus) B |
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RANGE: Breeds from western and Washington,
north into southern Canada, east through the Great Plains to the
Missouri River, south throughout the Southwest into Mexico.
Winters from central California, southern Arizona, and Texas
south to Baja California, throughout Mexico, and in parts of the
Gulf Coast up through South Carolina.
STATUS: Common throughout most of its range.
HABITAT: Generally inhabits open prairies and other open lands.
In the spring, frequently found along roadsides with grassy
vegetation, but prefers open areas with scattered brush and
trees. Also inhabits forest edges, cultivated areas, orchards,
fields, and savannahs.
SPECIAL HABITAT REQUIREMENTS: Dry fields with scattered bushes
or trees or open edge.
NEST: Builds nest either on the ground or in low trees or
bushes. Breeds in the open but retires to the borders of open
woodlands or brushy areas after the young have hatched.
FOOD: Eats both soft-bodied insects and seeds.
REFERENCES: Adamus et al. 2001, Forbush and May 1955, Miller
1999, Shunk 2004. |
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