Where to see
Where to see the Dune Lark in South Africa
The dune lark (Calendulauda erythrochlamys) is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae.
Calendulauda erythrochlamys · Least Concern
Planning a trip
When and where to find the Dune Lark
Best hours of the day
- The first hours after sunrise, and late afternoon. Birds call and feed most in the cool.
- Midday. Quieter, especially in summer heat.
IUCN Red List
Least Concern
Species
Calendulauda erythrochlamys
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Questions travellers ask
A record means a host has seen the Dune Lark on the property or nearby. It is never a guarantee of a sighting.
When is the best time to see the Dune Lark?
The Dune Lark is recorded throughout the year, so no month is the wrong month to look for it.
What is the conservation status of the Dune Lark?
The Dune Lark (Calendulauda erythrochlamys) is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
What is the Dune Lark?
The dune lark (Calendulauda erythrochlamys) is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae. It is endemic to Namibia where its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.
Stays that give back
Where to stay for a chance to see the Dune Lark
Every stay on the Dune Lark page lists the species its host has recorded on or near the property. A record is a sighting, never a promise.
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