Horned Lark
From Ohio History Central
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Facts
| Scientific Name: | Eremophila alpestris |
| Habitat: | Open, desolate areas such as prairies, open fields, golf courses, strip mines and airports |
| Adult Weight: | 1.25 - 1.75 oz. |
| Adult Body Length: | 7 - 8 inches |
| Nesting Period: | March - April |
| Broods Per Year: | 1 |
| Clutch Size: | 3-5 |
| Foods: | Mainly seeds and insects |
Notes
The horned lark is the first songbird to nest in Ohio in the spring.
History
19th Century
The horned lark, like other prairie birds, did not expand their range into Ohio until the 1880s. Their range grew rapidly.
20th Century
By 1900, they were common residents in the northern and western counties of Ohio. As habitats changed, so did their range. Horned larks can be found throughout the state, but are uncommon in the northeastern and unglaciated portions of the state.
References
- Peterjohn, John. The Birds of Ohio; Indiana University Press, Bloomington, IN; 1989.