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« on: June 02, 2010, 10:40:17 AM »

Hello

In my last trip to Sierra de Gádor (Almería) I repaired upon a strange lark. It was in thekla habitat and was very jizzy to it... but every time I look the bill and the brow, it looks as a crested one.

Look at the belly. The plumage is inflated, because I understand it was breeding (placa incubatriz).

Does anyone know about if they can be hybridating at determined areas?.

I attach the pic.

Thanks

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« Reply #1 on: June 02, 2010, 01:20:50 PM »

Hi Jesus,

I think your bird is Thekla Lark. Certainly the bill is a good indication and also the breast markings (see photo attached). What is confusing at this time of year is some adults are already moulting, so this certainly can make things harder for clear identification. I hope this is helpful?

Peter

P.S. The photo is one of a collection I will be using within the member's section on the main website entitled 'Comparative Field Guide', which is designed to help our members seperate similar species. The article and photographs are now finished for Lesser Kestrel v Common Kestrel.


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« Reply #2 on: June 02, 2010, 10:20:41 PM »

Many thanks, Peter. Great pictures.

Jesus
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« Reply #3 on: June 03, 2010, 09:58:08 PM »

Many thanks, Peter. Great pictures.

Jesus

You are most welcome Jesus and pleased to have been of some use.

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