Horned Lark

Eremophila alpestris

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Alaudidae

About

The horned lark or shore lark is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae found across the northern hemisphere. It is known as "horned lark" in North America due to its horn-like feathers and "shore lark" in Europe due to being found on shorelines in the winter.

Fun Fact

In 2020, a 46,000 year old frozen specimen was described from the Russian Far East.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found as a winter stopover along the coasts and in eastern England.

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

000 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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