Thekla's Lark
Thekla's Lark (<em>Galerida theklae</em>) is a species of Larks (<em>Alaudidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Thekla's Lark (Galerida theklae) is a species of Larks (Alaudidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Galerida; binomial: Galerida theklae; authority: Brehm, AE, 1857.
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Thekla Lark comprises several possible species, e.g. East African populations (huei, praetermissa and elliotii) exhibit deep genetic divergences among themselves and from Mediterranean populations (Guillaumet et al. 2008). Correct English name to Thekla's Lark which refers to the daughter of the German ornithologist Brehm (HBW Alive).
