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Red-winged Lark
Corypha hypermetra
Red-winged Lark (Corypha hypermetra) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Africa.
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The Red-winged Lark (Corypha hypermetra) is a member of the Alaudidae family found in Africa.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Alaudidae Larks
- Genus Corypha
- Species hypermetra
Quick facts
- Family
- Alaudidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Red-winged Lark (Corypha hypermetra) is a member of the Alaudidae family, within the order Passeriformes. It occurs naturally across Africa. Its distribution covers AF ec.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Red-winged Lark live?
The Red-winged Lark is found across Africa with a range covering AF ec.
What family does the Red-winged Lark belong to?
The Red-winged Lark (Corypha hypermetra) belongs to the Alaudidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Conservation
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