Long-tailed Meadowlark

Long-tailed Meadowlark

Leistes loyca

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Icteridae

About

The long-tailed meadowlark is a passerine bird of southern South America and the Falkland Islands, belonging to the meadowlark genus Leistes in the icterid family that looks very similar to the related endangered species, the Pampas meadowlark.

Fun Fact

It is 25 to 28 cm long with a fairly long tail and a long, pointed bill.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in open habitats such as grassland where they forage on the ground, feeding mainly on invertebrates.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance