Crested Lark

Sylvester Alphonso

It is a common bird of cyprus it can be found in open grasslands and farm areas. It has a spiky crest and longest bill, there are many species of the lark this one is very common with a conspicuous crest typically streaked and sandy brown with a short tail and rust under wings. It is a common Species through Africa, Asia And Europe. Both male and female build the nest the female is responsible for the incubation, both parents feed the chicks 3 to 5 eggs are laid incubation period is 13 days, chicks leave the nest after nine days.It is wonderful to hear the sound of the crested lark in the early morning.