17,095 observationsLeast Concern
Crested Lark
Galerida cristata
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Alaudidae ›Genus: Galerida
About
The crested lark (Galerida cristata) is a species of lark distinguished from the other 81 species of lark by the crest of feathers that rise up in territorial or courtship displays and when singing. Common to mainland Europe, the birds can also be found in northern Africa and in parts of western Asia and China. It is a non-migratory bird, but can occasionally be found as a vagrant in Great Britain.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Crested Lark is Galerida cristata.
- Crested Lark belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Crested Lark belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Crested Lark belongs to the class Aves.
- Crested Lark belongs to the order Passeriformes.
- Crested Lark belongs to the family Alaudidae.
- Crested Lark belongs to the genus Galerida.