About the Eastern Clapper Lark
The eastern clapper lark is a small passerine bird which breeds in southern Africa. It derives its name from the wing clapping which forms part of its display flight.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Larks (Alaudidae) |
| Species | Corypha fasciolata |
| Species Codes | eaclar1, ECLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Clapper Lark belong to?
The Eastern Clapper Lark (Corypha fasciolata) belongs to the Larks family (Alaudidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Clapper Lark?
The eastern clapper lark is a small passerine bird which breeds in southern Africa. It derives its name from the wing clapping which forms part of its display flight....
Where can I report a Eastern Clapper Lark sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Clapper Lark on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eaclar1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
98
Species in Family
220
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