May 28, 2017 · The buoyant, flutelike melody of the Western Meadowlark ringing out across a field can brighten anyone’s day. Meadowlarks are often more easily heard than seen, unless you spot a male …

There is disagreement among authorities as to whether Lilian's meadowlark should be ranked as a full species or a subspecies. Red-breasted meadowlark (Leistes militaris) Red-breasted species, …

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Meadowlark, any member of the genus Sturnella, belonging to the family Icteridae (order Passeriformes). Meadowlarks are sharp-billed plump birds, 20 to 28 cm (8 to 11 inches) long. The …

The Meadowlark: A Song of the Open Plains The meadowlark, a vibrant symbol of the North American grasslands, is a bird celebrated for its cheerful song and striking appearance. Belonging to the family …

Nov 9, 2025 · Western meadowlark identification, habitat, diet, and conservation. Discover this iconic grassland songbird with its yellow chest and flute-like song.

Jan 23, 2024 · Meadowlarks are songbirds that belong to the genus Sturnella in the icterid family. There are seven recognized species of meadowlarks, found primarily in grassland habitats across North …

"Ectoparasites of Eastern and Western Meadowlarks from the Rio Grande Plains of South Texas USA". Journal of Medical Entomology. vol. 25, no. 1. pp. 32–38. Udevitz MS, Howard CA, Robel RJ & …

The meadowlarks are the welcoming hosts of pastures and meadows. These hardy field birds are one of the few species that migrate north in the spring and one of the last to leave late in the fall.

Identification The Eastern Meadowlark is a medium-sized songbird with a long, slender beak. Identifying colors are the yellow breast, throat, and nostril area. Adults have a distinctive black “V” across the …