Liben Lark (Heteromirafra archeri) — Critically Endangered Aves

Liben Lark

Heteromirafra archeri

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Aves · Passeriformes · Alaudidae

About

Archer's lark, also known as the Liben lark, is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae. It is found in Somalia, Somaliland, and Ethiopia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland. It is threatened by habitat loss. The bird's common name and binomial commemorate the British explorer and colonial official Sir Geoffrey Francis Archer.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is open grasslands and rocky country, vegetated with tussocky perennial grasses and having an annual rainfall of 300–400 mm (12–16 in).

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Destruction
  • Pollution
  • Invasive Species
  • Over-Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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